What is the maximum time for which I can receive unemployment benefits in New Jersey 2021?
Per federal regulations, on April 17, 2021, NJ state extended unemployment benefits were reduced from up to 20 weeks to up to 13 weeks because New Jersey's unemployment rate went down.
What happens when unemployment benefits are exhausted in NY 2021?
If you previously exhausted 59 weeks of unemployment benefits, you can now certify for the first of 11 weeks of extended unemployment benefits. To certify, go to labor.ny.gov/signin or call 1-888-581-5812 to reach our automated UI certification line.
What does it mean when it says benefits exhausted?
Exhausted benefits is a common term used by states' unemployment insurance divisions to indicate a beneficiary's initial claim amount has been paid out, and that no further benefits can be paid without renewal.
Will unemployment be extended again after September 2021 in NY?
Because FPUC has expired, any weeks a claimant is eligible to receive UI benefits after September 5, 2021 will no longer include the additional $300 in FPUC.
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