HB 2560 Illinois House · 102nd Regular Session

UNEMPL FRAUD PREVENTION

Summary
Amends the Unemployment Insurance Act in relation to fraudulent claims through identity theft. Provides that individuals and employers that become aware of a fraudulent claim for benefits relating to the individual or employer shall report the claim to the Department of Employment Security. Requires the Department to acknowledge receipt of the report within 48 hours of receipt. Provides that the Department shall disclose whether payments were made with respect to the claim. Limits penalties that the Department of the Department of Revenue may impose upon a party reporting a fraudulent claim. Authorizes recovery from the State if a State systems breach caused the fraudulent claim. Provides for referral to, and investigation by, the Attorney General.
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Introduction
Feb 2021
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2021 Last action Jan 10, 2023
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8
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Committee
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Mar 27, 2021
Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
lower
Mar 17, 2021
Lower · Passed
To Wage Policy & Study Subcommittee
lower
Mar 9, 2021
Committee
Assigned to Labor & Commerce Committee
lower
Feb 19, 2021
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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