This bill extends emergency unemployment assistance for people affected by Hawaii's devastating wildfires in August 2023. Under current law, disaster unemployment assistance is typically limited, but this legislation ensures that eligible disaster victims can receive benefits for 39 weeks following the official disaster declaration. The bill applies specifically to individuals who lost jobs or became unable to work due to the 2023 Hawaii wildfires and who qualify for assistance under the federal Stafford Act. By extending the benefit period, the legislation aims to give displaced workers more time to find new employment and rebuild their lives after the disaster. The bill was introduced in March 2024 by Senators Schatz and Hirono of Hawaii.
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