End Certain School Worker Benefits

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   Expands access to unemployment benefits for non-professional school employees. By repealing subdivision 11, non-professional staff (such as cafeteria workers, bus drivers, aides, etc.) at schools and certain educational institutions would become eligible for unemployment insurance during summer and other scheduled breaks, which they were previously denied.

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   Addresses economic instability faced by low-wage school workers. Many non-professional employees rely on school-year jobs and may struggle financially during breaks. This change could provide a critical financial safety net for thousands of low-income workers who previously had no support during non-instructional periods.

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   Potential budget and policy implications for schools and the unemployment system. Schools and educational institutions may face higher unemployment insurance costs, and the state’s unemployment fund could see increased claims volume, potentially impacting employer contributions or state budget planning.

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