In some states, the extension is automatic and in others you have to apply. For safety, check with your own state's unemployment office.
in what states are the unemployment benefits extension automatically filed
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.
The new unemployment extension will last 13 weeks in Florida. Check your eligibility & claim benefits at your unemployment office www.unemployment.001webs.com
The 99-week unemployment benefits extension was a program in the United States that extended unemployment insurance benefits to a maximum of 99 weeks for individuals who had exhausted their standard 26 weeks of state benefits during periods of high unemployment. This extension was introduced in response to the economic downturn following the 2008 financial crisis, aiming to provide financial support to those struggling to find work. The program was part of a series of temporary measures enacted to address rising unemployment rates and was phased out gradually as the economy improved.
In Texas, if your unemployment benefits run out after 26 weeks, you may be eligible for an extension under certain conditions, such as during periods of high unemployment. The Extended Benefits program may provide additional weeks of assistance, but eligibility depends on specific criteria and state unemployment rates. You should check with the Texas Workforce Commission for the most current information and guidance on available options. If you don’t qualify for an extension, you may need to explore other forms of assistance or employment opportunities.
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
This has just been passed. Look here in the Related Link below (for 7/1/09)
If you are otherwise entitled to the benefits, you will be automatically notified once your normal benefit period expires. and receive 33 weeks of additional benefits. See the Related Link below.
Initial claim is for 13 weeks. Extension is additional 7 weeks for a total of 20 weeks.
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.
Unemployment benefits in the United States typically last for 26 weeks, or about six months, depending on the state. Some states may offer fewer weeks, while others may provide additional weeks of benefits during times of high unemployment. Without any extensions, individuals would need to seek new employment before their benefits expire. It's important to check with the local unemployment office for specific details and eligibility requirements.
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