SB 162

Indiana Senate bill in Session 2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: February 12, 2026.

Department of workforce development.

Bill ID IN-2026-SB-162
Session 2026
Status in_committee
Committee Employment, Labor and Pensions
Senate in_committee 2026-02-12
Summary

Removes vacation pay and sick pay from the definition of "deductible income"". Amends the definition of ""suitable work"" to apply solely to extended benefit claims. Amends the definition of ""employment"" with respect to certain religious, charitable, or educational organizations. Provides that the department of workforce development may make certain direct deposit disbursements under limited circumstances. Provides that the date a determination of eligibility is sent is prima facie evidence of proper service. Codifies certain administrative rules with respect to benefit payments, the filing of claims, and notice. Removes outdated or expired provisions. Removes references to dependents' allowances for purposes of calculating extended benefits. Provides that an individual who files a disaster unemployment assistance claim may be eligible for additional benefits under certain circumstances. Makes conforming changes."

Sponsor
Linda Rogers
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-01-05 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-02-12 Status in_committee
2026-02-12 Latest Action Recommitted to Committee on Ways and Means pursuant to House Rule 126.3
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