New West Virginia Law on Unemployment Benefits
New law in West Virginia requires unemployed individuals to complete at least four work-search activities a week to collect state benefits, freezing benefit rates at $622 a week and allowing part-time work while searching for full-time employment.
Key Points
- Unemployed individuals in West Virginia must complete four work-search activities a week
- Benefit rates are frozen at $622 a week
- Allows for part-time work while searching for full-time employment
Pros
- Ensures unemployed individuals are actively seeking employment
- Aims to maintain the long-term solvency of the state's unemployment trust fund
Cons
- May put additional pressure on unemployed individuals during job searches
- Some believe the move is unnecessary as the fund is doing well