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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.

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.