5041-S.E AMH BURN LEON 201

  

ESSB 5041 - H AMD 1124

By Representative Burnett

WITHDRAWN 04/12/2025

On page 2, line 14, after "(3)" strike "(a) Any" and insert "((Any)) (a) Except as provided in (b) of this subsection, any"

On page 2, line 22, after "(b)" insert "If the separating employer employs first responders, the disqualification imposed under this section remains in effect until the strike is terminated, unless the individual is exempt from the disqualification under subsection (2) of this section. For purposes of this section, "first responder" includes firefighters, law enforcement officers, coroners and medical examiners, and emergency medical personnel.

(c)"

EFFECT: Excludes striking workers from qualifying for unemployment insurance benefits under the bill if the separating employer employs first responders.

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