Just wanted to add that you should also know that in New York, you can work part-time while collecting unemployment benefits as long as you report those earnings. If you find temporary or part-time work while searching for a full-time position, you may still be eligible for partial benefits. The key is being honest about any income on your weekly certification. Also, don't let anyone discourage you from applying for jobs because of your age - age discrimination in hiring is illegal under federal law, though unfortunately it still happens. Your experience and work ethic are valuable assets!

One thing to keep in mind is that while there's no age limit for collecting UI benefits, you still need to be "able and available" for work. This means if you have any health conditions that would prevent you from working, that could affect your eligibility - but that's true at any age. Also, since you mentioned you've been working since 16, you've definitely earned these benefits! Don't feel guilty about collecting what you've paid into. The warehouse experience you have is valuable, and many employers are looking for reliable workers with your kind of long-term work history. Keep documenting your job search efforts and you should be fine.

Just to be super clear on the timeline since I had to research this for my own records: the $600 FPUC was retroactive to weeks of unemployment beginning March 29, 2020, and the last week it was paid was the week ending July 25, 2020 (though some states paid through August 1st depending on their payment schedule). New York followed the federal timeline pretty closely.

For anyone still looking for this info, I found it helpful to know that the $600 FPUC payments should show up separately on your 1099-G tax form from the NYS Department of Labor. They're usually listed as a separate line item from your regular state benefits, which makes it easier to track exactly how much federal supplement money you received during that March-July 2020 period. Just wanted to add that in case it helps with tax prep!

Hey, the NY Dept of Labor has a specific email for 1099-G requests if you can't access online. Try emailing 1099G@labor.ny.gov with your full name, last 4 of SSN, and current mailing address. Explain you're traveling. They usually respond within 5-7 business days.

I had this exact problem when I was in Japan last year! The geo-blocking is super aggressive. What worked for me was combining a few approaches: 1) Got ExpressVPN and connected through their NYC server 2) Cleared all my browser cookies/cache first 3) Used incognito mode when accessing the site. The key was making sure I connected to a NY-specific server, not just any US one. It took a couple tries but eventually got through. Also pro tip - once you're in, download EVERYTHING you might need while you're there because getting back in can be hit or miss even with VPN. Good luck!

The whole NYS Department of Labor system is a joke anyway. They make it SO complicated to figure out your benefits and then half the time the website doesn't even work when you try to file your weekly claim. And don't even get me started on how long adjudication takes when they decide to review your case for no reason...

I just went through this process myself a few months ago. @Aisha Mahmood your calculation sounds about right - with $18/hour retail work you'll probably get somewhere in the $300-350 range weekly. One thing that really helped me was creating a spreadsheet to track everything - my weekly certifications, job search activities, and benefit payments. Also make sure you file your first weekly certification right away even if you haven't received your monetary determination yet, otherwise you could lose that first week of benefits. The whole process is definitely confusing at first but once you get into the routine it becomes more manageable.

Based on all the information in this thread, here's the most accurate answer I can provide: 1. You need to report your school attendance during weekly certification 2. You need to report your change of address (even if temporary) 3. You need to demonstrate you're available for work despite being in school 4. If you're permanently relocating to Pennsylvania, you should transfer your claim 5. If you're temporarily in Pennsylvania but maintaining NY residency with intent to return, you may be able to continue your NY claim, but should get official confirmation The bottom line is you need to speak with NYSDOL directly about your specific situation before making any decisions. Different circumstances can result in different determinations.

I went through something similar when I moved to New Jersey for a training program while keeping my NY unemployment claim. Here's what I learned from my experience: The most important thing is TRANSPARENCY. When I called NYSDOL (finally got through after using that callback service mentioned), they told me that as long as I could prove I was: 1. Maintaining NY as my permanent residence 2. Available to return for work interviews/employment 3. Not letting school interfere with my ability to accept full-time work Then I could continue my claim. BUT they made me provide documentation including my lease showing it was temporary, my school schedule, and proof of my ongoing job search in NY. The agent emphasized that if you're dishonest about your situation, the penalties are severe - they can demand full repayment plus fines. She said they do track locations and cross-reference with other databases, so hiding your move isn't worth the risk. My advice: get it in writing from NYSDOL before you move. Email them your specific situation and get an official response you can refer back to if questions come up later.