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Rhode Island HB 5448 changes the sunset for an increase in earnings a partial-UI claimant receives before being disqualified for UI benefits.
Oregon HB 2271 provides a credit against an employer's unemployment insurance taxes for calendar years 2025, 2026 and 2027 with conditions.
Connecticut SB 1312 reduces the amount of time an employer is allotted to protest quarterly unemployment benefit statements.
Regulatory Update: IRS Confirms No Changes to Withholding or Information Returns for 2025 Under OBBBA
Tax WithholdingThe IRS confirms for employers no changes to payroll forms or federal withholding tables for 2025 under the OBBBA.
Regulatory Update: New Employer Payroll and Reporting Rules from the Big Beautiful Bill
Legislative UpdatesThe “One Big Beautiful Act” introduces significant changes to employer payroll processes, including new withholding guidelines and reporting requirements.
Regulatory Update: I-9 Compliance Tightens Under New Immigration Enforcement Measures
Legislative UpdatesThe “One Big Beautiful Act” (OBBA) introduces sweeping changes to immigration enforcement, significantly impacting I-9 compliance and employer responsibilities.
The E-Verify Status Change Report has been updated to include a new field: “Revoked Document Number," reducing ambiguity.
The Supreme Court has approved Venezuela TPS status termination. Venezuelans living in the U.S. may lose work authorization, potentially affecting employer compliance.
Termination of TPS has been announced for Haiti, Nicaragua and Honduras. Employers must reverify beneficiaries accordingly.
Oregon SB 906 requires employers to provide employees with an explanation of codes used for pay rates and payroll deductions.
The Social Security Administration has suspended automatic Social Security Number issuance while the policy is under review.
Vermont SB 117 amends various unemployment rules including notice requirements for potential layoffs, electronic unemployment insurance notices, and more.
West Virginia HB 2441 disqualifies an individual from unemployment compensation if they fail a random testing for alcohol or illegal controlled substances while holding safety sensitive positions.
Washington SB 5041 allows for striking or lockout workers to receive unemployment benefits.
Virginia HB 1766 & SB 1056 change unemployment compensation claims to be $100 higher than the current weekly benefit amount starting in 2026.
Oklahoma SB 911 could result in a lower tax rate for employers in the state in 2026.
New York AB 3000 is great news for employers, with the potential to restore the full FUTA credit reduction.
Nebraska LB 265 revises provisions related to the state unemployment insurance tax rate.