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UPDATE: Just got off the phone with DEO (thanks to those who suggested different ways to get through). The agent I spoke with confirmed they're starting to process the payments next week, but they'll be distributed in three separate $300 payments, probably a few days apart. She said everyone should have all three payments by October 5th at the latest. She also mentioned that people who were on PUA with less than $100 benefits won't be eligible, which is terrible for gig workers and self-employed people who are getting the minimum PUA amount. Still frustrating that it's not a lump sum, but at least there's a timeline now.
thanks for sharing the update 👍 good to know when to expect it
That timeline helps a lot! Was worried about my electric bill. Did they say if we need to do anything special to get these payments, or will they just automatically show up if we qualify?
For those needing clarification on eligibility: To receive the LWA $300 supplement, you must: 1. Have been eligible for regular unemployment (UI), PUA, or PEUC during the weeks beginning August 1, 8, and 15, 2025 2. Be receiving at least $100 per week in benefits 3. Be unemployed or partially unemployed due to COVID-19 disruptions The LWA payments are subject to federal income tax but not state tax. They should appear in your CONNECT account payment history once processed, though they may show up under a different category than your regular benefits. Based on my experience with previous supplemental payments, they'll likely appear in your account 1-2 business days before hitting your bank account or Way2Go card.
This is super helpful, thanks! One quick question - what about people who were eligible during those weeks but have since returned to work? Will they still get the retroactive payments?
Yes, if you were eligible during those specific weeks (Aug 1-15), you should receive the payments even if you've returned to work since then. The eligibility is based on your status during those three weeks, not your current status.
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Wait am I supposed to be claiming at specific times? I usually just do mine whenever during the day and haven't had this happen. Is there a schedule for when the system goes down?
CONNECT goes down for maintenance every night from 8pm to 7am, and also all day on many state holidays. It's mentioned on the login page, but easy to miss if you're not looking for it. They also sometimes have unscheduled maintenance that can happen during weekdays without warning.
UPDATE: Logged in this morning and thankfully most of my info was saved! Only had to re-enter my last work search activity. The system really should warn users that it starts shutting down early though. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions!
You got lucky this time! Mine was completely erased when this happened to me in March. Glad it worked out though!
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anybody know if gig work counts for the work search requirement? been doing doordash while looking for a real job
Gig work like DoorDash doesn't count as a work search activity by itself, but applying to other gig platforms would count as an application. Just remember that if you're earning money from DoorDash, you need to report those earnings when you claim your weeks, even if you're still eligible for partial benefits.
Quick update: I just checked the DEO website and they've added a clarification about the work search requirements. They state they will NOT require retroactive work searches for weeks claimed before you received a direct notification. However, they are sending out notifications now, so after you receive one, you must comply with the 5 work search activities per week. When you log into CONNECT next time, you'll likely see a pop-up notification you have to acknowledge before proceeding.
That's a huge relief! I just logged into CONNECT and you're right - there's a new pop-up about work search requirements that wasn't there yesterday. At least now I know for sure and can comply going forward. Thank you for the update!
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Just a quick update, I got my missing $300 today finally! I called yesterday so maybe that helped? The agent I spoke to said there was a processing delay because of a \
Oliver Fischer
ok but that website doesn't work it just goes to a map that doesnt load for me..can someone just tell me how to find my rep??
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QuantumQuest
•You can also find your state representative by going to https://www.flsenate.gov/Senators/Find and entering your address. This should work even if the House website map is having issues. If both sites are down, you can call the Florida Legislature's Office at 850-488-4371 and they can look up your rep based on your address.
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Paolo Rizzo
so after reading this thread i finally got the courage to contact my state senator instead of my rep (who ignored me). sent an email yesterday and his office already called me this morning!! they said they're sending an inquiry to their DEO contact person today. will update if anything happens but im actually hopeful for the first time in months!! my claim has been stuck since july so fingers crossed this works!!!!
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Yara Sabbagh
•That's fantastic! Please do update us and let us know if it works. I really hope they can get your claim sorted out quickly!
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