On October 22, NFIB Massachusetts State Director Christopher Carlozzi hosted a virtual lunchtime event for members to learn about the Commonwealth’s unemployment insurance (UI) disaster and how small business owners can work together to advocate for a solution.

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THE CHALLENGE

– Because of the pandemic-related-layoffs and a massive state accounting error, employers across the Commonwealth are responsible for repaying nearly $5 billion in UI debt.

– Massachusetts is consistently ranked one of the worst UI systems in the nation due to lax eligibility standards, the longest duration, and the second highest weekly maximum benefit.

– By Q4 in 2027 the UI Trust Fund is projected to be insolvent, triggering additional UI tax hikes.

TOPICS COVERED

– What is the UI disaster?

– What is NFIB doing about it?

– What can employers like you do to be a part of the solution?

If you have questions about this event, please reach out to NFIB Grassroots ManagerJulianna Rauf at julianna.rauf@nfib.org.