Unemployment benefits are taxable income and are subject to both Federal Income Tax and State Income Tax where applicable. Each January, TWC mails IRS Form 1099-G to all claimants who were paid benefits in the previous tax year. You can also get your 1099-G information online or by phone.
Maximize your employment opportunities as you transition into civilian life. Search for jobs that offer veterans employment preference, receive priority service at Texas Workforce Solutions offices, access the Military to Civilian Occupation Translator, and get information on transition benefits.
Get help and find links to applications used on the website.
Find information on the number of work searches a claimant must complete to maintain eligibility for benefits. If you request unemployment benefits, you must search for work. You must make a minimum number of work search activities in every week for which you request payment.
The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program helps people with disabilities prepare for, get, keep, and grow in meaningful career paths.
Find resources on the Reemployment Services & Eligibility Assessment Program, a mandatory statewide program that helps customers who are receiving unemployment benefits get back to work quickly.
The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are renting or buying a home, getting a mortgage, seeking housing assistance, or engaging in other housing-related activities.
Learn about the Extended Benefits Program (EB) that is only available during periods of high state or national unemployment. When Texas “triggers” on EB, you may be eligible for extended unemployment benefits if you have received all weeks of your regular benefits.
Find resources on digital skills, the basic abilities workers need to use technology and data in today’s workplace. TWC helps jobseekers get services to build digital skills for success in the workplace.
Get to know the team behind The Rehabilitation Council of Texas! Our Council has members from different fields. They work together for fairness and better services for Texans with disabilities. Want to join? Check our site for how to apply and help make things better!