DIVISION  OF  EMPLOYMENT  AND  TRAINING
STATEMENT  OF  BASIS  AND  PURPOSE
FOR  THE  PROPOSED  PERMANENT  RULES
Effective  SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

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

The basis and purpose of these rules 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.

Senate Bill 10-028 Work Share

Due to the passage of Senate Bill 10-028, Work Share, that became effective upon the governor’s signature on June 9, 2010, the adoption of these rules are necessary to allow implementation of the statute.  The statute requires the Division to promulgate rules to establish a Work Share Program.  A Work Share Program is a voluntary program that provides an alternative to layoffs for employers faced with a temporary decline in business. The employees whose hours and wages are reduced can receive partial unemployment insurance (UI) benefits to supplement their lost wages. These partial benefits are made possible through special eligibility requirements governing a Work Share Program.  

2.	If emergency, give reasons

Not Applicable.

3.	Authority for rule

The authority for the amendments of the rules is in 8-72-102 Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS).

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