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To be eligible for this benefit program, you must a resident of Kentucky and meet all of the following: Unemployed, and. Worked in Kentucky during the past 12 months (this period may be longer in some cases), and. Earned a minimum amount of wages determined by Kentucky guidelines, and.
How do you get a pandemic unemployment in Kentucky?
To qualify for PUA benefits, you must complete the PUA Self-Certification forms (see links below) certifying that you have been able and available for work, but your unemployment, partial unemployment, inability to work or unavailability to work was caused by a COVID-19 related reason listed in the form.
Who qualifies for pandemic unemployment?
To qualify for PUA benefits, you must not be eligible for regular unemployment benefits and be unemployed, partially unemployed, or unable or unavailable to work because of certain health or economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
How long does it take to get your first unemployment check in KY?
You will be instructed to request your first benefit payment thirteen (13) days from filing your initial claim. You will request payment for the previous two weeks. For all initial claims there is a one-week waiting period (WAITING WEEK).
What can disqualify you from unemployment benefits?
Here are the top nine things that will disqualify you from unemployment in most states. Work-related misconduct. Misconduct outside work. Turning down a suitable job. Failing a drug test. Not looking for work. Being unable to work. Receiving severance pay. Getting freelance assignments.
Will I still get regular unemployment after September 2021?
Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits will continue to be paid to eligible claimants. To be considered eligible for UI after September 5, 2021, a claimant must be unemployed AND be in the first 26 weeks (or 104 effective days) of benefits.
Can you get Pua and UI?
Workers who don’t qualify for regular state UI may be eligible to receive benefits under the PUA program. You may be eligible for PUA if you are self-employed, an independent contractor, freelancer, worker seeking part-time work, or a worker who does not have a long-enough work history to qualify for state UI benefits.
Do you have to pay back Pua unemployment?
In most situations, you won’t need to pay back unemployment benefits. If you meet the eligibility requirements, the benefits are yours. That said, there are some exceptions, such as in the event of an overpayment. You’re also usually required to pay taxes on the unemployment benefits you receive.
What is the pup payment now?
If you are getting PUP since 8 July 2021 and you are self-employed, your average weekly income in 2018 or 2019 will be used to decide your rate of payment. If your income from self-employment was only from 2020, your PUP rate will be €203.5 days ago.
What is pandemic emergency unemployment compensation?
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 know if my Ky unemployment claim was approved?
There’s also an Unemployment Insurance Assistance line if you want to check on the status of your claim by phone. That number is 502-564-2900.
Why does my unemployment claim say $0?
If your claim shows a determination of “0-0” while it is pending, this means we are still processing your claim, and there is nothing more you need to do. If you received a confirmation number, rest assured your claim is in process, and you will receive the full amount to which you are entitled.
Why is my Pua so long?
Fraud checks or additional document verification where many UI applications are being flagged has also been cited as a big reason for PUA delays/rejections. This is not surprising since may gig workers and contractors don’t have standard unemployment documentation and so require extra verification and fraud checks.
Can you be denied Pua?
U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) requires claimants who received PUA benefits in 2021 to prove their employment or self-employment. If you received an overpayment of benefits notice, you may have been denied because you failed to provide your employment or self-employment documentation.
What are the requirements to file for unemployment?
To be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits in 2020, you must have earned at least $200 per week during 20 or more weeks in covered employment during the base year period, or you must have earned at least $10,000 in total covered employment during the base year period.
What can cause unemployment to be denied?
There are three primary reasons you may be denied unemployment benefits: Failing to meet the minimum earnings requirement, quitting your job voluntarily, and being fired for misconduct.
Is Pua going to be extended?
Though Congress has made no moves to extend pandemic UI, some advocates have suggested those on PUA and PEUC continue to certify in the event the programs are renewed, as they have been in the past.
How long does it take to get Pua back pay?
In most states backdated PUA and FPUC payments will be paid in one lump-sum one to two weeks after you receive your first payment of eligible state UI benefits.
How do I know if my Pua was approved?
PUA applicants have 21 calendar days to submit proof of wages documentation. Can I check my PUA status? Once you receive an email stating your application has been processed you can see your status on your MyUI portal.
Is PEUC the same as Pua?
The difference between PEUC and PUA (described below) is that the PEUC essentially extends benefits by up to 13 weeks for individuals otherwise qualified to receive regular unemployment, but who have exhausted those benefits.
How do I withdraw my Pua claim?
To withdraw your claim, you must submit a request in writing, either on paper or through MiWAM, explaining why you wish to withdraw your claim. If you submit your request on paper, please be sure to date and sign your request.
