I'm experiencing the exact same issue - filed my weekly claim on Sunday and it shows as processed on my.ny.gov but still no payment deposited. Usually gets deposited by Wednesday at the latest. This seems to be affecting multiple people so I'm hoping it's just a temporary processing delay on DOL's end. I'll keep checking my account and the portal for updates. Thanks for posting this - at least we know we're not alone in dealing with this delay.

I'm dealing with the exact same issue! Filed my weekly claim on Sunday and it shows processed on my.ny.gov, but still no payment in my account as of Thursday evening. This is really stressful because I have bills due. It's somewhat reassuring to see others experiencing the same delay - suggests it's a DOL processing issue rather than individual account problems. Has anyone received any updates or notifications from NYS about system delays? I'm going to try calling tomorrow morning but based on what others are saying, it sounds like the phone lines are overwhelmed too.

If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor for tax-related questions about your benefits, I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me connect with an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Really saved me time since the regular phone lines were always busy when I needed to verify my 1099-G information.

just want to add that you should definitely keep track of all your unemployment payments throughout the year because you'll need to report the total amount on your tax return. NYS Department of Labor will send you a 1099-G form but its good to have your own records too

For what it's worth, I was in a similar situation last year and ended up owing about $800 on roughly $6,000 in unemployment benefits. The key thing is to not panic - the IRS and NY state are pretty reasonable about payment plans if you can't pay it all at once. I set up a monthly payment plan for $100/month and it wasn't a big deal. Also, if you use tax software like TurboTax or FreeTaxUSA, they'll walk you through exactly how to report the 1099-G. It's not as complicated as it seems at first.

Just went through this exact situation myself! Had about $7,500 in unemployment benefits plus W-2 income from working 6 months before getting laid off. Ended up owing around $900 total between federal and state. The good news is that TurboTax made it super easy - just uploaded my 1099-G and W-2 and it calculated everything automatically. One tip: if you're using the standard deduction, you might qualify for some credits that can offset what you owe. Also, don't stress too much - worst case scenario you can set up a payment plan online through IRS.gov in like 10 minutes. Way less scary than I thought it would be!

Just curious - are you sure you're reporting everything correctly on your weekly claims? Sometimes employers get suspicious if they hear through the grapevine that someone might be working under the table or something. Not saying you are, just wondering if there's something that triggered their interest.

Your former employer is likely just trying to intimidate you. In New York, unemployment benefit records are confidential and protected under state privacy laws. They cannot access your individual payment history, weekly certifications, or any personal details about your claim through public records requests or FOIL. The only information employers typically receive is notification that a claim was filed against their account (which affects their unemployment insurance tax rate) and the opportunity to contest the claim if they believe it was filed inappropriately. If they continue to harass you about this, I'd recommend documenting their communications and potentially reporting the harassment to the Department of Labor. Stay confident - you're protected by privacy laws here.

Just want to add that even if your nonprofit was reimbursing rather than paying standard UI taxes, it doesn't matter to you as the employee. Your benefits get processed the same way. The only thing that might be different is if the organization contests your claim, but that's rare with legitimate layoffs. Good luck with your application!

I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago when my nonprofit had to eliminate my position due to funding cuts. The whole tax exemption thing is definitely confusing at first! What helped me was understanding that as an employee, you're still covered regardless of how your employer handles their unemployment obligations. I filed online through the NYS DOL portal and got approved without any issues. The key is having all your employment documentation ready - pay stubs, your layoff notice, etc. Don't let the nonprofit tax status worry you - you've earned those benefits through your work!