New Bill Could Finally End Years of Unemployment Repayment Nightmares for Michigan Residents

Lawmakers say a new proposal could finally bring relief to Michiganders caught in years of unemployment chaos.

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could restrict how far back the state can seek repayment of unemployment benefits issued in error, a move that comes after years of confusion, lawsuits, and renewed collection notices.

Senate Bill 700, introduced in November, would prohibit the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency from re…