Michigan Jobless Agency Bills Taxpayers for $55 Million Settlement

Julia Dale

The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency wants taxpayers to foot its $55 million settlement for improperly taking money.

The agency said Tuesday it will seek Legislative approval of $55 million for a settlement fund related to Saunders v Unemployment Ins. Agency et al. on April 25.

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Michigan Jobless Agency to Replace Troubled Computer System

The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency has chosen a vendor to design and install a new $78 million computer system to replace its previous system, which was riddled with flaws.

Deloitte will build the new system for filing UIA claims for workers and employers.

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U.S. Department of Labor Awards Michigan Jobless Agency $6.7 Million Equity Grant

Inside DMV, people standing in line

The U.S. Department of Labor awarded the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency a $6.7 million grant to improve access to workers in underserved communities.

The grant aims to reach workers who have historically had difficulties applying for benefits, such as rural and urban areas with limited internet access and those with language barriers.

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