This page presents basic information about Texas unemployment taxes including which employers must pay. It also has the definitions of employment and wages according to the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act (TUCA).
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.
Find information on how to respond to TWC employer notices, including a Notice of Application for Unemployment Benefits, Earnings Verification request and Notice of Maximum Potential Chargeback.
Reimbursing & Government Employers may elect to pay reimbursements instead of taxes. Find details here.
This information helps you decide if and when you need to establish an Unemployment Tax Account with the Texas Workforce Commission.
There are a variety of records available to the public. Learn how to submit an Open Records Request.
Learn how to notify TWC if you change your business ownership, name, address, phone number, or mailing address.
Learn about the requirements when hiring new employees.
Find information on TWC approved distribution of funds for direct relief to child care providers and programs TWC's Child Care program provides updates on the application process.