Modifies provisions of the employment security program
HB 2068 modifies Missouri's unemployment benefits program by replacing disqualification rules for claimants who left jobs voluntarily or failed to meet job search requirements. It affects individuals applying for unemployment benefits who quit work without "good cause" (e.g., not contacting a temporary agency for reassignment) or who didn't apply for suitable work when directed. Key changes include adding specific exceptions to disqualification, such as quitting for a higher-paying job, returning to a regular employer, pregnancy with medical proof, or relocating due to a military spouse's permanent station change. The bill also clarifies that temporary workers must contact their agency for reassignment to avoid disqualification. These provisions aim to adjust eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits under Missouri law.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2025
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Dec 1, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
David Casteel
RRepublican
Co
Becky Laubinger
RRepublican
Co
George Hruza
RRepublican
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