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You heard that NYS unemployment will be extended for seven weeks Is that true?
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∙ 15y ago
Today 11/21/2008 it was on channel 4 NBC news that President Bush has signed the extension for unemployment extended benefits. Meaning that there will be 7 additional weeks and 13 additional weeks for the state that has over 7 percent increase in unemployment.
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When to expect extended unemployment benefits in NV?
Unemployment benefits in New Jersey can be extended 99 weeks to Nov. 30, 2010, according to the Related Link below.
Are extended unemployment benefits available in FL?
I am in dire need of money and need my extended unemployment check that Pres Bush signed already a couple weeks ago and when I try to log on to claim weeks I get refused and when I try phoning yhe unemployment 800 number, I cannot get anything but a recording. Today is Dec 1, 2008. What must I do to receive my check as I qualify for the extended 13 weeks here in FL? Pagoda1967@yahoo.com Can someone help me get an answer to why the delay?
How much does unemployment pay in New York?
Unemployment benefits extended in the 2009 economic stimulus planPreviously, unemployed workers were eligible for 26 weeks of unemployment benefits. As as result of this bill, unemployment benefits was extended by 20 weeks regardless of which state they live in. In some higher-unemployment states such as California, there will be another 13 weeks of unemployment benefits available as well.Total weeks of unemployment available:Low-unemployment state - eligible for 46 weeks of benefits.High-unemployment state - eligible for 59 weeks of benefits.Increased unemployment benefits by $25 per week.Although it varies from from state to state, the average unemployment benefit payout will be increased by $25 to about $325 per week. Your claim lasts for one year, but the full amount is 26 times the weekly benefit amount, currently at $405 max.
How long can i collect unemployment in RI?
In Connecticut you can collect unemployment benefits for up to 26 weeks. Part of the stimulus plan the Federal Government has allowed an extension of 20 weeks and an additional 13 weeks for states with an unemployment rate of 6% or more, which includes CT (currently at 8%). So as of now you can collect for up to 59 weeks. The stimulus plan expires Dec 31 2009, it may or may not be extended.
Do people still get 99 weeks of unemployment as of July 2010?
Yes, for those entitled to the 99 weeks, it has been extended through the year 2011, by the President's signing into law in Nov. 2010.
How long does it take to receive unemployment benefits in South Carolina?
I heard about 2 weeks, maybe 3 if your prior employer contests or an issue arises.
How many extensions for unemployment do you get for Illinois?
If you happen to be one of the many who have found out that you may be losing your unemployment benefits even though you still can't find work, it's time to act. Ask about the extended unemployment options that are available to you and see what you need to do to qualify for these extended benefits in your state.
How long do you have to be employed to collect New York state unemployment benefits?
26 weeks of unemployment benefits which can be spaced out over a year (like if you have a temp job for a few weeks and then go back to unemployment). This can be followed by 33 weeks of "Emergency unemployment benefits" and that is followed by about 20? weeks of "Extended Benefits" unemployment benefits. Once you get past the initial regular unemployment benefits, you may need to report your work search efforts in their format every month to continue to get benefits. If you are able to collect COBRA with the ARRA benefits, these get impacted as you switch from regular to emergency to extended. There are also career search services and educational grants and exemptions you can get. Google New York State unemployment assistance to get the website / the right area and look at FAQs. Make sure you read the actual regulations because in my experience, the representatives give you wrong info on the phone. Whether you live in NYS or not makes a difference on how long benefits last and whether you can get more than 2 weeks extended benefits. <><> The reference to length of time mentioned above can be found in the Glossary in the Related link below about New York.
Do New Year State unemployment benefits expire after one year?
Normally the benefit year is 52 weeks during which time you can collect up to 26 weeks of benefits. With extension programs, the period can be extended to as much as 99 weeks, but that depends on the economy, etc.
Can you get an extension for unemployment compensation in Georgia?
if you qualify your unemployment extends into the EUC, emergency unemployment compensation. obama just signed the extension in dec 2010 that extends benefits until dec 2011. if you exhausted your regular benefits you will apply for EUC and begin tier 1 of benefits (20 weeks) then tier 2 (14 weeks) tier 3 (13 weeks) and tier 4 (6 weeks) after that you could qualify for SEB, state extended benefits (20 weeks) if all of the EUC has been exhausted before 12/31/11
How many weeks can you collect unemployment in Massachusetts?
99 weeks
How many weeks of unemployment can you get in California?
I think that it's 40 weeks
