Higher education; wage credit use clarification provided.

This bill clarifies how wage credits from jobs at colleges and universities can be used for unemployment benefits during breaks between academic terms. It primarily affects employees of educational institutions by specifying when they are eligible to receive unemployment support while waiting for the next school year. The law establishes that workers in instructional, research, or administrative roles must have a written job offer or a contract guaranteeing 50% pay if rehiring fails to qualify for benefits, whereas those in other roles may still receive credits if they have a reasonable assurance of returning work. Additionally, the measure defines what counts as a valid job offer and ensures that employment across multiple schools is counted together when determining eligibility. These rules take effect on July 1, 2026, and apply to unemployment claims made on or after that date.