STATEMENT OF BASIS AND PURPOSE
FOR A PROPOSED EMERGENCY RULE
Effective December 31, 2009

1.	Summary of the basis and purpose for the rule or rule change 

The basis and purpose of this emergency rule is to administer changes to the law.  The adoption of the proposed rule is necessary to comply with the law and for the economic welfare of the people of the state of Colorado.

2.	If emergency, give reasons

Senate Bill 09-247, Expand UI Benefits Fed Stimulus Moneys

Due to the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 09-247, Expand UI Benefits Fed Stimulus Moneys, that became effective July 1, 2009, the adoption of an emergency rule is necessary to allow implementation of the statute.  The statute requires the division to promulgate rules to establish an enhanced approved training program for eligible unemployed insurance claimants and establish procedures for accompanying a spouse.    To administer the statute, immediate adoption of the emergency rule is necessary to comply with the law.

3.	Authority for rule

The authority for the amendments of the rules is in 8-72-102 C.R.S.

Rules.  (1) The director of the division has the power to adopt, amend, or rescind, in accordance with section 24-4-103, C.R.S., reasonable and necessary rules relating to the administration of the “Colorado Employment Security Act” and governing hearings and proceedings under such act.