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Extended Unemployment Aid for Hawaii Wildfire Victims: 39 Weeks of Benefits.

This bill extends financial assistance for victims of the 2023 Hawaii wildfires. Individuals who lost their jobs or livelihoods due to the disaster will be eligible to receive Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) for a total of 39 weeks following the disaster declaration date. This change provides a significantly longer period of financial stability to aid recovery efforts.
Key points
Extends the duration of Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) for Hawaii wildfire victims to 39 weeks.
Provides more stable financial support for individuals who lost income due to the August 2023 disaster.
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Print number: 118_S_3896
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hawaii Wildfire Disaster Unemployment Assistance Continuity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3896.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the duration of Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) for Hawaii wildfire victims to 39 weeks.
  • Provides more stable financial support for individuals who lost income due to the August 2023 disaster.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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