An employer’s tax rate determines how much the employer pays in state Unemployment Insurance (UI) taxes.
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).
Find more information on Rule 13 special hearings for employers who wish to dispute issues involving coverage, taxes, or penalties.
The Shared Work program provides Texas employers with an alternative to layoffs. This program helps Texas employers and employees withstand a slowdown in business. Shared Work is voluntary.
The Mass Claims program streamlines the unemployment benefit claims process for employers faced with either temporary or permanent layoffs. Employers can submit basic worker information on behalf of their employees to initiate claims for unemployment benefits.
Find detailed information on Tax County Codes for Employer’s Quarterly Report(s).
Texas employers have the option of voluntarily paying all or part of their share of employer unemployment benefit chargebacks in order to lower their state unemployment tax rate. The page also provides information about TWC's Voluntary Contribution Calculator. View here for more information.