The legislation around striking workers and unemployment insurance might see some changes in the near future in Oregon. Senate Bill 916, requested by the AFL-CIO of Oregon, aims to alter the existing law that classifies striking workers as ineligible for unemployment. The bill hasn’t been scheduled for a hearing yet but has been appointed to the Senate Committee on Labor and Business. In New York and New Jersey, striking workers are permitted to collect unemployment. A similar bill to SB 916 is also being assessed in the Washington Legislature for the current year. When Oregon workers strike, they do not receive pay, but some union members accumulate ‘strike pay’. Unemployment benefits are a vital safety net for Oregonians who involuntarily find themselves out of work. SB 916, if passed, could represent a significant and potentially costly change.

For those in need of information about Oregon’s unemployment insurance system or needing to speak with a representative, the best way to contact EDD is through their dedicated phone number or their website, where you can find various means of getting in touch with their customer service team. You can also reach out to them via eddcaller.com, which provides valuable information and assistance for how to successfully navigate through the EDD process and get the help you need.