Revising the duration of unemployment insurance benefits

This bill amends Montana's unemployment insurance law to adjust the maximum number of weeks eligible individuals can receive benefits based on their earnings ratio. Under the new provisions, the number of full weeks of benefits a person can claim will depend on how their total base period earnings compare to their highest quarter of earnings, ranging from 8 weeks for lower ratios up to 24 weeks for higher ratios. The changes apply to unemployment claims filed on or after July 1, 2025, and directly affect workers who file for unemployment benefits in Montana.