The bill amends RCW 50.20.190 to relieve individuals from paying interest on certain unemployment insurance overpayment assessments. Specifically, it states that the department shall not charge interest on overpayment assessments for benefits paid between February 2, 2020, and September 4, 2021, until January 1, 2025, unless the overpayment is due to a disqualification determination. Additionally, if an individual has previously paid interest on these overpayment assessments, the department has the discretion to either apply those payments toward any outstanding balance or refund them to the individual.
The bill also includes a provision that updates the language to be more inclusive by replacing "he or she" with "they" in reference to individuals receiving benefits. Furthermore, it establishes that the act applies retroactively to February 2, 2020, ensuring that individuals affected by the overpayment assessments during this period are not penalized with interest charges. Overall, the legislation aims to provide financial relief to individuals who may have been overpaid unemployment benefits during the specified timeframe.
Statutes affected: Original Bill: 50.20.190
Bill as Passed Legislature: 50.20.190
Session Law: 50.20.190