New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 5913: Clarifies the meaning of actively seeking work for purposes of unemployment benefits

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO LABOR

Plain-language summary

A 5913 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifies the meaning of actively seeking work for purposes of unemployment benefits. Primary sponsor: Phara Souffrant Forrest (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO LABOR.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Phara Souffrant Forrest (Democratic).