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  2. Unemployment

Unemployment

This category includes information for individuals and employers related to applying, receiving, maintaining, and stopping unemployment benefits.

General Questions

  • Is there a time limit for me to file an Unemployment Claim?
  • How do I determine if my employment qualifies as covered employment?
  • What is an Unemployment Benefit Year?
  • How can I change my Unemployment Benefits payment type?
  • Payment Type–Direct Deposit
  • Payment Type–State-Issued Debit Card
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Application Process

  • Can I save my unemployment application and continue the process at a later time?
  • How can I tell if my application was saved as a draft?
  • Where can I find the Save as Draft option on my Unemployment Claimant e-Services account?
  • How can I access my saved unemployment claim draft?
  • How do I determine my separation reason?

After You've Filed

  • What are the next steps after I file my unemployment claim?
  • How can I check the status of my unemployment benefits claim?
  • Weekly Certifications
  • Weekly Work Search Requirements
  • I logged into my Unemployment Claimant e-Services account and can not find the option to certify.
  • My Monetary Determination letter shows a base period. What is a base period and how does it affect my claim?
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Appealing an agency decision

  • What is an Appeal?
  • What would I need to file an appeal?
  • What are my options if I do not agree with Office of Administrative Review’s Decision on my claim?

1099 G tax information for unemployment claimants

  • I filed for Unemployment last year and need my 1099-G to file my taxes. How can I obtain my 1099-G from the department?
  • How do I request a Form 1099-G for prior years?
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