26 weeks
Q. How long can people collect unemployment benefits in Washington state? A. During normal economic times, an individual may collect regular unemployment benefits for up to 26 weeks.
Is there a delay in Washington state unemployment?
Weekly benefit payments will be delayed slightly due to holiday closures that may affect banking institutions. You can still apply for benefits, submit weekly claims or get answers to common questions online 24 hours a day, seven days a week using eServices.
What states are ending extended unemployment?
Here are the states that have declared an end to the extended unemployment benefits, and when they expire:
- Alabama: June 19.
- Alaska: June 12.
- Arizona: July 10*
- Arkansas: June 26.
- Florida: June 26.
- Georgia: June 26.
- Idaho: June 19.
- Indiana: July 19.
How much does unemployment pay in Washington State?
In Washington state, the maximum weekly benefit amount is $929. The minimum is $295. No one eligible for benefits will receive less than this, regardless of their earnings. The actual amount you are eligible to receive depends on the earnings in your base year.
How to get extended unemployment benefits in Washington State?
Apply for PEUC in eServices – it’s the easiest way. The Extended Benefits program is triggered by a high unemployment rate in Washington. You can get Extended Benefits only after your regular unemployment benefits and other extensions, like PEUC, have run out.
When do the extended unemployment benefits expire?
If you are receiving Extended Benefits, we will continue to pay Extended Benefits through the benefit week ending March 13, 2021. The U.S. Congress passed a stimulus bill to extend unemployment benefits. When the bill is signed into law, you can be eligible for additional weeks of Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC).
Where can I find out if I am eligible for extended unemployment?
Check with your state unemployment office for details on eligibility for extended benefits. You can find a directory of offices on the Department of Labor’s CareerOneStop Unemployment Benefits Finder. Who Is Eligible for Extended Unemployment Benefits? What benefits will unemployed workers be eligible for?
Is there going to be Unemployment extension in 2021?
Some are arguing that the ongoing delays in Congress passing a new stimulus bill that includes UI benefits extensions may mean a lapse or extended delay in 2021 payments even if a bill is passed in the next week or two.
