KRS Chapter 341 provides the statutory authority and structure for the operation of the UI program in Kentucky. With regard to most particulars involving worker coverage, benefit entitlement, and employer liability, KRS Chapter 341 conforms to federal unemployment law derived from the Social Security Act of 1935. This state and federal statutory conformity is required in order for Kentucky employers to receive a credit against federal unemployment tax based on state tax payments, and in order for the agency to receive federal administrative funding.

Federal funding for the Unemployment Insurance program is determined by the Resource Justification Model and approved by the Federal Government.