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Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance Law

Chapter 151A of the General Laws of the Commonwealth, governs the state's unemployment insurance program.

DUA Definition of Wages, MGL Chapter 151A Sections 1(s)A through 1(s) C


Employing Units subject to statute, MGL Chapter 151A Section 8


Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2005, including MGL Chapter 151A, Sections 14N and 14(n)(1)


Regulations Relating to Contribution Reports 430 CMR 5.03


Regulations Relating to Leasing Companies and Their Clients

View the definition and reporting requirements for employer leasing companies and their clients (430CMR 5.07 - 5.13 Employee Leasing).

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