Comparison of State Unemployment Laws 2012

The Comparison of State Unemployment Insurance Laws provides state-by-state information on workers covered, benefit eligibility, methods of financing and other areas of interest in the UI program. It also includes information on the temporary disability programs operated in six states. The Comparison is published annually. This edition reflects the status of state laws enacted as of January 1, 2012.

Preface
Table of Contents
Coverage*
Financing
Monetary Entitlement
Extensions and Special Programs
Nonmonetary Eligibility
Overpayments
Appeals
Temporary Disability Insurance
Appendix I
Appendix II
Errata Sheet

* Coverage chapter has been amended; see Errata Sheet.

*Please note these items are displayed for archival/historical research purposes. Please direct any questions or inquiries about formatting/readability issues to the point of contact listed on the webpage for The Office of Unemployment Insurance, Division of Legislation (https://oui.doleta.gov/unemploy/laws.asp).


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