COVID19

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At this time, most states are preparing for an increase in unemployment claims due to the COVID-19 pandemic; however in some cases they have not yet issued specific direction on claims based on disruptions caused by COVID-19. Currently, agencies are considering rule changes which may waive certain claim filing or weekly certification requirements as well as charging rules. Download our state reference guide to see a state by state breakdown.

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How Severely will COVID-19 Impact SUI Tax Rates?

Last Updated August 25, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented surge in initial state unemployment insurance ("SUI") claims. During the 22 weeks ended August 15, 2020, there were over 57 million initial unemployment claims filed... Read More

Tips for Interpreting the New Unemployment Landscape

Last Updated April 13, 2020

With companies scrambling to manage their workforces during the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant increase in unemployment claims based on disruptions caused by the coronavirus... Read More

Unemployment Insurance (UI) Information for COVID-19 Claims

Last Updated March 30, 2020

On Wednesday, March 18, Congress approved and the President signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, H.R. 6201. This bill is the second in a series of packages expected to be enacted in response to coronavirus (COVID-19)... Read More

CARES Act Expands Unemployment Benefits

Last Updated March 27, 2020

On Friday, March 27, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, H.R. 748 became law. This stimulus package includes over $2 trillion in assistance and aid targeted toward individuals, small businesses... Read More

Unemployment Insurance Funding Included in COVID-19

Last Updated March 19, 2020

On Wednesday, March 18, Congress approved and the President signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, H.R. 6201. This bill is the second in a series of packages expected to be enacted in response to coronavirus (COVID-19)... Read More

National Association of State Workforce Agencies COVID 19 Webpage

The National Assosication of State Workforce Agencies has put together a helpful site that provides a state-by-state breakdown of how various state agencies are handling claims and the impact on their daily operations. Access their site here

Short Time Compensation State by State Breakdown

Last Updated March 30, 2020

Short Time Compensation (STC) programs, also known as shared work or worksharing, are an alternative to layoffs. Under such a plan, impacted workers in an predetermined group are able to remain employed at a reduced schedule and collect UI partial benefits. Not all states provide for an STC plan, and those that do, require the plan be presented to the UI agency and be approved prior to the employer reducing the hours. Download our guide here.