States are turning their public benefits systems over to AI. The results have often led to 'immense suffering'Michigan's automated fraud detection system falsely accused thousands, resulting in severe consequences for residents and highlighting systemic issues in automated public benefit programs.
In deal with feds, Mass. will have to pay back $2.1 billion misspent by Baker administrationMassachusetts will repay $2.1 billion in federal funds misspent on unemployment benefits, revealed by an audit shortly after Gov. Healey took office.
Unemployment isn't recession-ready - but it's getting better, says acting Labor secretaryThe unemployment insurance system requires significant reform and investment to withstand future economic crises, as highlighted by recent challenges during the pandemic.
Walters: Tough love plan could end California's unemployment insurance stalemateCalifornia's unemployment insurance system has repeatedly failed to maintain reserves, leading to reliance on federal loans during economic crises.