Faster Job Search Help for Unemployed Workers
This bill allows states to offer job search assistance and eligibility assessments to unemployed individuals much sooner, right after they first apply for benefits. This means people can get help finding a new job faster, potentially shortening the time they are out of work, without risking their unemployment benefits if they don't participate in these early services.
Key points
States can now provide job search support and eligibility checks to unemployment applicants immediately.
Getting early help does not affect eligibility for regular unemployment benefits if you choose not to participate.
States are protected from financial penalties if they provide early services to someone later found ineligible for benefits.
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