Increases the unemployment insurance minimum benefit amount

This bill raises the minimum weekly unemployment insurance benefit in New York to $860, effective October 2025. It directly affects unemployed workers who qualify for benefits under the state's unemployment insurance program, particularly those with lower earnings. The key provision sets $860 as the new floor for all eligible claimants, replacing previous minimums that ranged from $40 to $100. The change applies to all qualifying claimants meeting the base period requirements, ensuring no one receives less than $860 per week in benefits.