Legislative Update: Idaho HB 686

by Legislative Updates 1 min read June 10, 2024

Idaho HB 686 Change Notification

This measure requires a claimant to conduct five work search actions per week. An action shall be considered an acceptable work search action if it consists of one or more of the following actions in any week:

  1. Completing an online or in-person job search workshop.
  2. Completing a job search assessment, including but not limited to a personality, skills, or interests assessment.
  3. Completing career direction research or work such as a job search plan or job search counseling.
  4. Completing job search branding and marketing activities such as completing a resume, cover letter, master application, elevator pitch, LinkedIn profile, or uploading a completed resume to a job board allowing visibility to employers.
  5. Completing an online or in-person mock interview.
  6. Taking a civil service exam.
  7. Submitting a resume to an employer.
  8. Completing and submitting a job application to an employer.
  9. Attending and completing an interview or skills test with an employer; or attending a job fair.

Effective Date

July 1, 2024


Idaho House Bill 686 Implication to Stakeholders

This should be viewed as a positive change for employers as it is holding claimants more responsible for their work search.

Recommended Action

Nothing at this time.

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