Learn the basics of unemployment benefits, including how the benefits are funded, how and when to apply, and the confidentiality of information you submit.
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) uses three employment categories: regular, domestic and agricultural. Employer tax liability differs for each type of employment. Learn about the types of employment and what it means.
Learn about the Self Sufficiency Fund Program and find guidelines on how to apply. The Self Sufficiency Fund is a training grant geared towards low-income individuals who are on, or at risk of becoming dependent on public assistance.
Find resources on Eligible Training Providers (ETPs), approved organizations that offer training programs funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Application and information on how to apply for funding for driver's education and eligible applicants. This page will provide information on how to apply, what vendors are participating and the wait time.
Find youth programs that help middle and high school students grow their skills, learn about STEM, and explore career fields. Youth programs include Texas Science & Engineering Fair, Governor’s Science & Technology Champions Academy, Governor’s Summer Merit Program, Camp Code, and Youth Robotics.
The Office of the Commissioner Representing Employers serves the Texas business community. The page contains a variety of services to employers including informational materials, upcoming events, and contact information.
Learn about TWC’s Office of Apprenticeship Program, which supports apprenticeship training activities through coordination, guidance, planning, technical assistance, and funding supports. The program focuses on meeting the needs of employers throughout the state of Texas.
Find resources on the Texas Workforce Commission’s Apprenticeship Texas: A Powerful Competitive Edge initiative.
Texas law allows employers in Texas that have a TWC tax account number to designate a mailing address for receiving TWC notices at a preferred location. Learn how to designate an address.