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PUA Claimants: If you have seen an extension of weeks in your my UI portal, but still have not seen payments listed, these payments may be released over night. Please check your My UI portal in the morning for an update.
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If the end of your benefit year is approaching, you must file a new claim on the day after your benefit year ends. Please continue to request a payment while your new claim is being processed. Once your new claim has been approved, all eligible payments will be released.
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If you were eligible for weekly benefits before July 31st that included the FPUC supplement of $600 and still haven't received those payments, you WILL receive the additional $600 when those payments are released. No decision on the extension of FPUC has been made at this time.
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FRAUD ALERT: Please do not give anyone your social security number and banking information if asked by text or email. The GDOL will NEVER ask for your full social security number. Please keep a close eye on your My UI portal.
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The GDOL is currently analyzing President Trump's executive order on the weekly unemployment supplement. We will be working with the Governor's office on implementation in the weeks ahead.
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Payments for PUA claimants who exhausted before 12/26/20 and have continued to request weekly payments, have begun to be issued. If you are asked to verify your identity please do so. This is an additional requirement for PUA applicants per the CAA extension.
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Due to the additional requirements for the CAA extensions for PUA claimants, we have had to reprogram the system addressing specific payment groups individually. This has delayed PUA payments as we continue to update the system with changes. We will update claimants ASAP.
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UPDATE: The processing is complete and payments are posting to your My UI portals.
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Post 3: The GDOL asks claimants to continue to request weekly payments. We will work to process all PUA and PEUC claims received after 12/26/20 and release all eligible payments as quickly as possible after program guidelines are established and implemented.
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Due to a corrupt payment file, all of last night’s PUA payments have not fully processed. We are working diligently to release the remaining PUA payments later this afternoon. Once the transmission is complete, payments should display on a claimant's My UI portal.
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GOVERNOR KEMP AND GDOL ANNOUNCE GEORGIA’S LOST WAGES ASSISTANCE GRANT
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If you are still unemployed, have reapplied for benefits, and received a confirmation number, please do not apply again. We will process your claim ASAP and release all eligible payments. Filing multiple claims will only slow down the process.
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GDOL Scheduled to Release First Round of LWA Payments
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If you reached the end of your benefit year, you must file a new claim on the day AFTER your benefit year ends. Please continue to request a payment while your new claim is being processed. Once your new claim has been approved, all eligible payments will be released.
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The GDOL is currently analyzing President Trump's executive order on the weekly unemployment supplement. We will be working with the Governor's office on implementation in the weeks ahead.
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Exhausting Benefits - When you exhaust your benefits, you have used all of the money allotted in your claim leaving you with a zero balance. If you have exhausted and still have not received your eligible extension for CAA, please continue to request payments each week.
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Today, the GDOL updated its system to add the benefit year ending date on a PUA claimant's My UI portal. If a claimant is still unemployed after his/her benefit year ends, they will need to reapply for UI benefits.
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Part 1: Claimants are encouraged to continue to request benefits after their benefits exhaust or after the CARES Act programs end in the event Congress passes new legislation or extends the programs.
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If you are still unemployed, have reapplied for benefits, and received a confirmation number, please do not apply again. We will process your claim ASAP and release all eligible payments. Filing multiple claims will only slow down the process.
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Warning: Please be aware of scammers posing as the Georgia Department of Labor on a fake Facebook page. We will never ask you for your full social security number or copies of your personal documents on our FB page. Please do not give out this type of personal information.
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ATTENTION: Due to the large volume of processing last night, your payment may be delayed in your My U.I. portal. Please check back at noon today for your payment.
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Pt. 1: If you have exhausted your benefits, do not file a new claim. This will not expedite your payments. We're still receiving federal guidance on programming the extension for those claimants who have exhausted PEUC and PUA benefits on or before week-ending date 12/26/20.
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REMINDER: A claimant can earn up to $300 before negatively impacting their weekly benefit amount (WBA). Earnings over $300 will be deducted dollar for dollar from a claimant's WBA. Make sure to report all earnings each week including part-time and temporary work.
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Pt. 2: Please continue to request weekly payments, even after exhausting benefits, and we will issue next steps as soon as we have them.
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The GDOL is in the process of implementing the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 extensions for eligible claimants. Please do not be concerned if your information in your portal is updating.
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Do you need to reapply for benefits? Please see the UPDATED chart for information.
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Part 1: We are evaluating the federal guidance on programming the extension for those claimants who have exhausted PEUC and PUA benefits on or before week-ending date 12/26/20.
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Commissioner Butler plans to leave the earnings exemption amount at $300 at this time. This will allow claimants to earn $300 before negatively impacting their weekly benefit amount (WBA). Earnings over $300 will be deducted dollar for dollar from a claimant’s WBA.
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HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE: As of today, The Georgia Department of Labor has released over 26,000 payments for claimants whose benefits were delayed due to their employer filing on their behalf, while having already filed an individual claim.
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The GDOL will release all eligible payments for the federal programs through week ending dates 6/26/21. If an ineligible decision is overturned or a claimant is found eligible for benefits after 6/26/21, payments will be released for eligible week ending dates prior to 6/27/21.
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Part 2: We are continuing to receive specifics and will issue updates as soon as possible. Claimants should continue to request weekly payments, even after exhausting benefits.
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LWA Payments for Individually Filed Claims - Eligible recipients that will need to attest to the reason for unemployment will receive a link in your My UI portal this afternoon. Continue to check your My UI portal for any important communication from GDOL.
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Our system has indicated some claimants may have had their info used by other individuals and benefits temporarily stopped. This issue is being resolved. Payments will be released within the next 24-48 bus. hrs or require identity verification. Please monitor your MyUI and email.
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Part 1: The FPUC $600 weekly supplement program ended for individual claimants with the week ending July 25, 2020. If the US Congress decides to extend or change the supplement, we will update our website and social platforms immediately.
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From Labor Commissioner Mark Butler and everyone at the Georgia Department of Labor, we wish you and your family a happy Labor Day!.
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Part 2: Each appointment will be assigned a 30 minute window, with an initial two weeks worth of appointment slots. Additional information will be release throughout the week.
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Has your benefit year ended? Remember that you NEED to refile a claim. Please refile your new claim the day after your benefit year has ended. You can do so by following this link:
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NOTE: If you are afraid to return to the workplace and decide to separate yourself from your place of business, you have the right to file an individual claim. Your eligibility will be determined based on the facts presented in your claim.
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Gov. Kemp Announces $1.5 Billion in CARES Act Funding to Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund
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We recommend applying for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance using a computer instead of a smartphone. A larger screen allows for more of the application to be seen at one time.
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If your benefit year has ended and you have filed a new claim, you may not be able to access your My UI portal until the claim is processed. This may take up to 14 days if you are separated due to lack of work or longer if you are separated for other reasons and need a review.
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Pt 1: The GDOL began issuing payments last week as part of the Continued Assistance Act (CAA). This bill provides:.-11 additional weeks of benefits for PUA and PEUC programs.-Additional $300 FPUC weekly supplement for those with qualifying weekly payments 2/2/21 through 3/13/21.
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Part 2: LWA payments can be seen in your my UI portal once they are released. Please allow 48-you 72 business hours after issuance to see payments in your deposit account or Way2Go debit card.
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If your benefit year ends and you need to reapply for UI benefits, make sure you provide all employment for the last 18 months, including part-time, temporary, independent contract work, and self-employment. Failure to list all employment may delay your UI payments.
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Part 1: LWA payments began being issued on Friday night. In an effort to comply with additional FEMA requirements, the remaining payments will be issued tomorrow night.
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Post 1: The GDOL is working with the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) on the extensions and modifications of the programs in the Continued Assistance for Unemployed Workers Act of 2020 included in H.R. 133, the omnibus spending bill.
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Claimants may have received a monetary redetermination letter about a phase out period for the Continued Assistance Act. With the implementation of the additional weeks part of the American Rescue Program, this phase out ended. Refile a new claim if your benefit year is over.
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REMINDER: Although the GDOL will be working normal business hours, today is a bank holiday in observance of Presidents Day. Payments will be delayed 24 hours.
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If your benefit year ended, you must file a new individual claim unless your employer files on your behalf. Continue to request a payment while your new claim is being processed. Once your claim has been approved, all eligible payments will be released.
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Part 2: If additional federal legislation is passed, the new programs will be implemented or current programs extended and updates will be made on the GDOL website and social platforms.
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Please see the latest updates and timelines for the Continued Assistance Act implementation.
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The Cont. Assistance Act of 2020 requires individuals who received PUA benefits on or after 12/27/2020 to provide proof of employment/self-employment or a valid offer to begin employment along with proof of wages. The deadline to upload proof into your My UI portal is 08/06/21.
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If you recently filed a new claim due to your benefit year ending and did NOT make your PIN the same as your previous PIN, you will need to wait until your claim is processed to access your My UI portal. You will still be able to request weekly payments during this time.
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When you are filing a new claim, it is VERY important that you include ALL work you may have had in the past year. This includes all temporary, part-time, self-employment, or W-2 work. Failure to include this information will delay the processing of your claim.
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Pt. 2: The GDOL is still receiving federal guidance on programming the 11-week extension for over 239,000 claimants who exhausted PEUC and PUA benefits on or before week-ending date 12/26/20.
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REMINDER: We ask that you wait 24 hours after the holiday for your benefit payments to release due to banks being closed in observance of Columbus Day. Thank you for your patience, and we hope that you have a safe holiday.
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ATTENTION: Tomorrow is a bank holiday in observance of MLK day. Payments may be delayed due to the closure of banks, so please allow an additional 24 hours to pass before checking for payment. Our online appointment scheduler will still be issuing appointments in the morning.
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Part 1: The GDOL has detected several fraudulent attempts to compromise the Unemployment Insurance Benefits System. The agency takes cybersecurity very seriously and we are taking the necessary steps to ensure the security of our systems and programs for our claimants.
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If you are separated from your last job for any reason other than lack of work, your claim must be reviewed for eligibility. You will receive two letters - one with a monetary amount you will receive (if approved) and a SECOND letter with your eligibility determination.
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Do you need to reapply for benefits? Please see the chart for information.
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Reminder: Make sure you are checking your email (including your spam folder) daily for correspondence from the GDOL and responding quickly. Your claim may be delayed if we are waiting on additional information.
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Part 1: Your My UI status will not be updated until later this afternoon due to a high volume of unemployment payments being reconciled today. Reminder that if you are receiving at least $1 in state or federal payments. .
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Per the new CAA guidelines, all PUA claimants must verify his/her identity. Please watch your My UI portal and/or email to see if you need to take additional steps.
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Those eligible for PUA, remember to REQUEST PAYMENT for all eligible weeks you have been unemployed. You WILL NOT receive benefits if you fail to do so. Click the PUA certification link and request your weekly payments dating back to when your work ended.
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Benefit Year Ending - When you file a new claim, you start a benefit year. Each claim is valid for one year. When you reach the end of your benefit year, you must file a new claim to update any additional work history, regardless if you have money still available in your claim.
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As of June 27, 2021, GA will no longer participate in the federal unemployment programs enacted through the CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan Act. These programs include FPUC, PUA, PEUC, and MEUC. Please see for more information.
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The Department of Labor wishes you and your family a happy Memorial Day! As the GDOL continues to work, please remember that today is bank holiday, which may delay your benefit payment. Continue to monitor your accounts, and we hope you have a safe Memorial Day!.
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Due to today’s fraud investigation, payments may delayed 24-48 business hours. Please watch your My UI portals for continuing payment updates.
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REMINDER: Please request weekly payments in the correct place. If you are part of the PUA program, you need to be requesting under:. If you are part regular UI or PEUC, you need to be requesting under:.
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Part 1: If you have a weekly benefit amount of $100 or more and received a payment for week ending dates of August 1, August 8, or August 15 and have NOT received a Lost Wages Assistance supplemental payment of $300. .
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ATTENTION: The GDOL wants to remind you that we do not charge for any of our services. If you are contacted regarding your claim and are asked to pay for resolution, that person is not affiliated nor a representative of the GDOL.
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Part 1: In order to better serve our claimants, next Monday the GDOL will be launching its online appointment scheduler. This scheduler will allow claimants to request an appointment with a claims examiner to ask questions regarding their claim.
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The FPUC program is scheduled to end with the week ending July 25, 2020. If the US Congress decides to extend or change the supplement, we will update our website and social platforms immediately. Please DO NOT call the career centers to ask about the status of the FPUC program.
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If you have been deemed eligible for PUA, remember to REQUEST PAYMENT for all eligible weeks you have been unemployed. You WILL NOT receive your benefits if you fail to do so. Upon clicking the PUA certification link (), request your weekly payments.
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URGENT: If you have already filed an unemployment claim, please wait until you have received verification that your claim has been processed. DO NOT file an additional claim, for this will only delay your potential approval for unemployment benefits.
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GDOL Continues Phased Implementation of Continued Assistance Act
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When requesting weekly UI benefits, report all income including weekly earnings, retirement, severance, separation pay, wages in lieu of notice, and workers' compensation. Do not include UI payments, SS retirement, jury duty income, and pay for weekend military reserve duty.
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Claimants who are eligible for benefits are failing to request payments. A request for payment must be made weekly to ask the system to release a payment. Claimants need to request payments for all eligible weeks.
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ATTENTION: When filing a claim, DO NOT use auto fill. Sometimes this changes the formatting causing the form to submit incorrectly. Please make sure you enter information in each text box manually to avoid this issue.
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As part of the new Continued Assistance Act regulations, you may be required to verify your identity to receive additional payments. If this applies to you, please watch your email for instructions about and respond as soon as possible.
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2 WAYS TO AVOID OVERPAYMENT: 1) Report any gross wages earned weekly while receiving UI benefits. 2) Tell GDOL when you return to work or if your prior employer is still filing claims on your behalf, tell them you have started working and to stop filing claims on your behalf.
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Please be aware that there are fake websites impersonating the GDOL. We will NOT ask you for personal information such as your SSN or copies of ID, THROUGH THIS PLATFORM. If you have had any communication with these scammers please notify us through our DM's.
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Part 5: We will work diligently to release all eligible payments as quickly as possible after the bill is signed. Please continue to check our website and social media platforms for information as it becomes available.
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GA Issues Payments to More than 99% of Eligible Claimants
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ATTENTION: You must be receiving at least $1 in state or federal UI benefits in order to qualify for the additional $600 FPUC funds.
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ATTENTION POTENTIALLY ELIGIBLE PUA APPLICANTS: Due to the volume of PUA applicants, emails are being sent in batches as quick as our system allows. Emails are processing now and will be processing throughout the night and most likely into tomorrow.
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After you have successfully applied for PUA, you will need to certify your benefits for any and all weeks you have been unemployed due to COVID-19. If you are deemed eligible, you should be receiving payment within 48-72 hours.
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ATTN: In order to update several applications, the UI system will temporarily be unavailable from noon until 1 p.m. today. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
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Please be cautious of fake websites and social platforms. We will reach out to you via mail, phone, email, or direct messages on social. Look for our verified blue checkmarks on our FB page and soon on Twitter. Never give out your full SSN, PIN, DOB, passphrase, or banking info.
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GDOL Anticipates the Signing of the American Rescue Plan
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Commissioner Butler and everyone at the GDOL with you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!.
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We are currently adding enhanced security measures to our system. Some applications are not available while we implement these changes, but will be online as soon as these additional precautions are in place. Claimants can still request weekly payments and file a new claim.
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The UI program provides short-term financial assistance to eligible workers who are unemployed or partially unemployed through no fault of their own. The intent is to reduce the financial burden of joblessness and allow individuals to search for work.
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Do you have questions about the new Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) program? Please visit our LWA Q&A for any further questions.
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