Starting July 7th, Idaho unemployment insurance filers must report 5 work search activities per week, up from 2, under House Bill 686.

Starting July 7th, Idahoans filing for unemployment insurance will be required to complete and report five work search-related activities per week, increasing from the current two contacts. This change comes from House Bill 686, signed into law by Governor Brad Little, aiming to enhance opportunities for meaningful work and help businesses find employees. The bill also expands the definition of acceptable work search activities.