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    Unemployment Benefits Program

    Overview


    Unemployment Benefits is an employer-paid program through the Texas Workforce Commission that provides temporary, partial income replacement to eligible workers who lost their job or are working reduced hours through no fault of their own.


    To be eligible, workers must:

    • Meet requirements about their past earnings and their job separation or reduced hours
    • Register for work search at WorkInTexas.com
    • Be able and available for work
    • Be actively searching for work


    TWC sends employers notice of claims filed if they were the individual's last employer or the claim is based on wages they paid the individual. TWC will request job separation and earnings history related to unemployment claims. Businesses and employers can visit Employer Benefits Services and the Unemployment Tax Program for details.

    Contact TWC


    TWC Main Office Phone
    800-628-5115
    Unemployment Tele-Center
    800-939-6631
    TWC Main Office Address
    Unemployment Benefits Portal

    Job Seekers

    Apply for Benefits

    You can apply for benefits if you are unemployed or working reduced hours through no fault of your own.

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    Claimant Appeals

    An appeal is your written notice that you disagree with a TWC decision and want your case decided through the appeal process. 

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    Verify Your ID

    Use your verified digital ID card to access many government benefits and services.

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    Employers

    Employer Benefits Services

    Streamline your management of unemployment benefits claims.

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    Employer Appeals

    An appeal is your written notice that you disagree with a TWC decision and want your case decided through the appeal process. 

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    Respond to TWC Notices

    Find information on how to respond to TWC employer notices.

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