Modifies provisions of the employment security program and establishes the "Employment Security Program Integrity Act of 2025", relating to the administration of unemployment compensation

HB 1281 modifies unemployment compensation rules to establish the "Employment Security Program Integrity Act of 2025." It requires claimants who quit work without "good cause" (like leaving a temporary job without contacting the firm) to earn wages equal to ten times their weekly benefit amount before qualifying for benefits again. Specific exceptions apply, such as for pregnancy (requiring one year of prior employment with the same employer), military spouse relocation, or refusing unsuitable work (e.g., lower pay or unsafe conditions). The bill directly affects unemployed workers applying for benefits by tightening eligibility rules and clarifying disqualification criteria.