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Apply for Unemployment
Our call centers are open seven days a week from 7am-7pm. The Unemployment Benefits System is available 24/7.
Submit documents: English, Spanish
Extended Benefits
Under the newly passed CARES Act, PEUC provides up to a 13-week extension.
This program provides federal reimbursement to the state for up to an additional 13 weeks of unemployment benefits. Texans may be eligible for the additional EB is the week ending in July 4, 2020
Child Care and COVID-19
TWC has approved multiple policy actions to support families and programs at this time and continues to move quickly to respond to child care needs across the state. Actions approved by the commission.
Unemployed After Returning to Work
If it has been three weeks or less since your last payment request:
- Request payment at ui.texasworkforce.org or call 1-800-558-8321.
- Be sure to report any hours or earnings you work during the period requested.
If it has been more than three weeks since your last payment request:
- Apply for Benefit again at ui.texasworkforce.org or by calling 1-800-558-8321
- To help TWC activate your claim quickly, select layoff as the reason you lost your job if you were furloughed or the business closed.
Texas Unemployment at Glance
Total benefits paid: $23.6 Billion
FPUC benefits paid: $15.4 Billion
PUA benefits paid: $1.4 Billion
PEUC benefits paid: $427.4 Million
Payments Made this and last 10 Days: 1,861,524
Claims Received Since 3/14: 4.3 million
Net Title XII Advances Drawn since June 9: $2,636,460,908
Interactive Map UI Claims by Region
Employer Work Refusal Documentation
If you offered any of your employees a chance to return to work and they refused, TWC needs to know. Please report each individual who refused to return to work on our online Employer Work Refusal Documentation form.
Resources for Employers and Small Businesses
Learn more about programs and resources available to Texas employers and small businesses.
Workforce Solutions Local Boards and COVID-19
Due to the spread of COVID-19 several local Workforce Solutions offices around the state have had to move to virtual services or limited public access. Before you go to any office please check the updated list below to find the best way to contact your office. The list is updated as office status changes occur.
Vocational Rehabilitation Updates
TWC-VR is committed to continuing to serve customers as we work together with our Texas Workforce Solutions partners to address the serious health and safety implications caused by the spread of COVID-19.
Putting Texans Back to Work
TWC has waived job search requirements for unemployment insurance. However, many businesses across Texas are open and hiring. WorkinTexas.com can help job seekers and employers connect.
- Texas Workforce Commission Meeting Schedule & Agenda
Administrative reports, discussion and action on agency business, and decisions on unemployment insurance cases. - Texas Conferences for Employers
All Texas Conference for Employers have been postponed until 2021 - Vocational Rehabilitation Virtual Town Hall events
- View all events
