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Representative Renault’s cleanup bill on unemployment timelines advances to Commerce
Summary
HB 2542 would remove outdated and conflicting language in Tennessee's unemployment statute that refers to a 13‑week refusal window while benefits are provided only up to 12 weeks; the subcommittee advanced the bill to Commerce by a 5–0 voice vote.
Representative Renault told the Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee that House Bill 2542 is a technical cleanup to remove outdated and conflicting language in Tennessee’s unemployment insurance statute. She said the statute allows a claimant to refuse work in the first 13 weeks under certain wage thresholds while state benefits currently extend only 12 weeks, creating a mismatch and confusion.
Chairman Darvey said there was no additional discussion, and the committee moved the bill to the Commerce Committee. The clerk recorded five ayes and zero noes; the bill will be scheduled for Commerce consideration.
