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A 104582025–2026 SessionIN COMMITTEEDEMOCRAT

Includes a dependent allowance with unemployment benefits

Introduced Mar 6, 2026Harry Bronson (D-NY)

Summary

Provides that a claimant for unemployment benefits may claim an additional dependent allowance in an amount equal to 5% of the state average weekly wage for the current benefit year multiplied by the number of dependents claimed in the preceding tax year.

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Legislative Journey

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Floor
  4. Passed Chamber 1
  5. Passed Chamber 2
  6. Signed
Mar 6, 2026

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