UPDATE: I just got off the phone with a DEO agent (finally!) after using that Claimyr service someone mentioned. The agent confirmed I'll keep getting the federal payments as long as I keep claiming weeks properly. She also said my appeal is estimated to be scheduled in about 5 weeks. She recommended I upload any evidence of my job searches to my CONNECT account ASAP, even if the documentation isn't perfect. Just wanted to share this info in case anyone else is in the same boat!

I went through the exact same situation 3 months ago! Got disqualified for work search requirements that I honestly didn't fully understand either. Here's what I learned: 1) YES keep claiming your weeks during the appeal or you'll lose them forever, 2) Document EVERYTHING going forward - save confirmation emails, write down who you talked to, keep application receipts, 3) The federal payments will continue as long as you're claiming weeks properly, and 4) Use your appeal hearing to explain that you were genuinely searching for work but didn't understand the documentation requirements. I won my appeal by showing I had been applying to jobs consistently, just hadn't tracked it the way DEO wanted. Stay strong - the system is confusing but you can get through this!

Just to summarize for anyone who finds this thread later: 1. PEUC ended in September 2021 and is not coming back 2. Florida only offers regular Reemployment Assistance now (12-23 weeks) 3. The number of available weeks can change quarterly based on unemployment rates 4. If you see additional weeks added to your claim, it's likely due to this rate adjustment, not an extension program 5. Work search requirements remain at 5 activities per week regardless Hope this helps clear up the confusion!

This whole thread has been super helpful! I was in a similar situation a few months ago and spent weeks thinking I was on some special extension program. Turns out it was just the regular RA benefits with the weeks adjusted for unemployment rates like everyone explained. One thing I'd add is that if you're still confused about your specific situation, try logging into CONNECT early in the morning (like 6-7 AM) when the system is less busy. That's when I was finally able to access all my determination letters and payment history without the site timing out. The information is all there, it's just buried in the system and hard to find when the site is overloaded during peak hours.

UPDATE: Wanted to share what worked for me in case anyone else has this problem! I couldn't get through on the regular phone line after multiple attempts, so I ended up using Claimyr (thanks for that tip). Got connected to a DEO agent who helped me request my 1099-G and confirmed my withholding amount. They're mailing it to my Nevada address and also emailed me a copy that I can use for filing right away. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help with this nightmare situation.

So glad to see you got this resolved! I went through something similar when I moved from Florida to Texas last year. The key thing I learned is to update your address with DEO BEFORE you move if possible, but obviously that ship has sailed for you. For anyone else reading this - if you're planning to move out of state while collecting or recently finished collecting FL unemployment, call DEO ahead of time to update your address in their system. It makes getting tax documents SO much easier. The mail forwarding suggestion is also solid - I wish I had thought of that! Hope your tax filing goes smoothly from here.

BTW dont forget to keep doing your work searches every week even while ur in adjudication!! I messed up and missed submitting them for 2 weeks during my wait time and almost lost benefits for those weeks. DEO is super strict about this.

I'm in a similar situation - been waiting 5 weeks in adjudication and really starting to panic about rent. One thing that helped me was contacting my utility companies (electric, water, etc.) to explain the situation and ask for payment extensions. Most have hardship programs that can give you 30-60 days extra time to pay bills, which frees up what little money you have for rent. Also check if your county has a "one-time emergency assistance" program - mine had a fund specifically for people waiting on unemployment that could cover up to $1000 in rent. You usually can only use it once but it might buy you the time you need for DEO to get their act together.

UPDATE: Success! After trying everything you all suggested, I finally got through using the Claimyr service that @unemploymenthelper recommended. Got connected to an actual DEO agent after about 15 minutes. She found that my ID.me verification was completed but stuck in their system as "pending review" even though their automated email said it was approved! She manually approved it and unlocked my account while I was on the phone. I can now access my CONNECT account and my final payment is being processed! Should hit my account in 2-3 business days according to the agent. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions! This community is amazing.

Congrats on getting it resolved! This is such a perfect example of why the DEO system is so frustrating - your verification was actually completed but their system couldn't properly sync it. It's ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops and use third-party services just to access our own benefits. For anyone else reading this thread who might be dealing with similar issues, it sounds like the key takeaways are: 1. Try the email addresses that @Mateo Sanchez provided first 2. If that doesn't work, contact your state rep 3. As a last resort, the Claimyr service seems to actually work for getting through to a human The fact that you had to pay a service to talk to your own state's unemployment office is honestly insane, but I'm glad you got your money! Hope that car payment gets sorted 🙏