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2026 Public Hearing

The Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council is interested in hearing your comments on Wisconsin's Unemployment Insurance (UI) program and suggestions for changing the law and improving the program.

  • Have you had experience with Wisconsin's unemployment insurance program?
  • Do you have suggestions to improve Wisconsin's unemployment insurance program?

The Council represents employee and employer interests and recommends changes to the unemployment law to the Legislature.

Particpate in the 2026 public hearing, held virtually. Registration is required. After you register for a public hearing, you'll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the virtual event.

Hearing Date, Times, & Registration

Thursday, November 19, 2026
Location: Department of Workforce Development by Teleconference/WebEx

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Register for Afternoon Session

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Register for Evening Session

Depending on the number of participants, time allotted for each individual may be limited.

Submit Comments

The public is invited to provide comments and suggestions. If you can't particpate in the public hearing, you may submit your written comments and suggestions no later than Friday, November 20, 2026 by:

  • Email: UILawChange@dwd.wisconsin.gov
    (Note: Emails will only be accepted from November 12-20, 2026)

  • Mail to: Janell Knutson, Chair
    Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council
    P.O. Box 8942
    Madison, WI 53708

Important: Do not submit your Social Security number, date of birth, address, or issues involving your claim when submitting written comments because all comments will be published publicly. To contact us about issues with your claim, please call the Help Center at (414) 435-7069 or toll-free (844) 910-3661 during business hours.

If you have any questions, contact UI Division Bureau of Legal Affairs at (608) 266-0399 or visit the Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council website.

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