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Has Iowa unemployment been extended?
Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation: This program extends the length of time claimants can receive unemployment. In Iowa, standard unemployment payments end after 26 weeks. Congress approved PEUC to provide another 13 weeks of payments.
How does the PEUC extension work?
About the PEUC Extension Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) provided up to 53 additional weeks of payments if you’ve used all of your available unemployment benefits. The first 13 weeks were available from March 29, 2020 to September 4, 2021. In UI Online, your claim type displays as PEUC.
How do I file my weekly claim for PEUC?
If you are unable to file online, call the UI Call Center toll free at 1-877-600-2722 or TDD: 7-1-1. The Department will notify you when you are able to file your retroactive and ongoing weekly claims for PEUC benefits.
What happens after unemployment extension runs out?
When you run out of weeks on a PEUC extension, you might be eligible for another 13 week extension under the Federal- State Extended Duration (FED-ED)5 program. You may qualify for regular Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. If eligible, you can receive up to 26 weeks of benefits.
How long can you receive unemployment benefits in Iowa?
26 weeks
Currently, you may receive benefits for a maximum of 26 weeks. (In times of higher unemployment, additional weeks of benefits may be available.)
How do I know if my unemployment was approved in Iowa?
To file a claim online or to check the status of your claim, please visit the Unemployment Insurance Services Division page.
How to apply for unemployment benefits in Iowa?
In Iowa, the Unemployment Insurance Services Division of Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) handles unemployment benefits and determines eligibility on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must meet the following three eligibility requirements in order to collect unemployment benefits in Iowa:
What’s the maximum amount of unemployment you can get in Iowa?
The number by which you divide your high quarter wages is decreased by one for each additional dependent, to a floor of 19 for four dependents. The current maximum is $511 per week; the minimum is $62. Currently, you may receive benefits for a maximum of 26 weeks. (In times of higher unemployment, additional weeks of benefits may be available.)
When is the base period for unemployment in Iowa?
(For more information, see Nolo’s article, Unemployment Compensation: Understanding the Base Period.) In Iowa, as in most states, the base period is the earliest four of the five complete calendar quarters before you filed your benefits claim.
When does the 13 week unemployment benefit expire?
Regular Unemployment Insurance There are two extension programs in effect for Regular Unemployment Insurance: The Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation Program (PEUC) provides 13 weeks of additional benefits. It went into effect April 5, 2020, and expires the benefit week ending December 27, 2020.