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NYS Department of Labor benefits - when was the federal unemployment tax act passed during which decade?
I'm doing some research for a paper about unemployment history and need to know during which decade the federal unemployment tax act was passed. I know it affects how NYS Department of Labor gets funding for unemployment benefits but I can't find the exact decade anywhere. My professor wants us to understand the historical foundation of our current UI system. Anyone know the answer?
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How much is unemployment benefit amount in NY - confused about weekly payment calculations
I'm trying to figure out how much unemployment I should be getting weekly but I'm totally confused by all the calculations on the NYS Department of Labor website. I made about $52,000 last year working full time at a warehouse job. When I look at my benefit determination letter it shows my weekly benefit rate but I don't understand how they calculated it. Is there a simple way to figure out what my weekly unemployment amount should be? Also do they take taxes out automatically or do I need to request that?
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How does that work exactly? I've been trying to reach someone for weeks about my benefit amount.
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The whole NYS unemployment system is a joke. They make these calculations so complicated on purpose. I've been fighting with them for months over my benefit amount and they keep giving me the runaround. NOBODY at NYS Department of Labor can explain anything clearly!!
I feel you on the frustration but the calculation formula is actually pretty straightforward once you understand it. The problem is they don't explain it well on their website.
Who decides unemployment benefits approval at NYS Department of Labor?
I'm confused about how my unemployment claim gets reviewed. My application has been pending for two weeks and I don't understand who actually makes the decision about whether I get benefits or not. Is it automated or does an actual person at NYS Department of Labor look at my case? I worked as a restaurant manager for 3 years before getting laid off last month, so I think I should qualify, but I'm not sure what criteria they use. Can someone explain how this process works?
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From what I understand, there are different departments within NYS Department of Labor that handle different types of decisions. Initial eligibility is one thing, but ongoing weekly claims are reviewed differently. Plus if you ever need to appeal a decision, that goes to administrative law judges who are separate from the regular claims processors.
Good to know about the appeal process, hopefully I won't need that! Just want to get through the initial approval.
NYS Department of Labor - will unemployment be extended again for 2025?
I'm currently receiving regular unemployment benefits and my claim is set to expire in about 6 weeks. With everything going on economically, does anyone know if there's talk about extending unemployment benefits again? I've been looking for work but the job market in my field is still pretty rough. My weekly claim amount isn't huge but it's keeping me afloat while I search. Has NYS Department of Labor said anything official about extensions?
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The system is so broken anyway. Even if they extend benefits the NYS Department of Labor website will probably crash and half of us won't be able to file our weekly claims. I've had nothing but problems with adjudication delays and getting locked out of my account.
How long does NYS Department of Labor unemployment claim take to process - filed 2 weeks ago
I submitted my initial unemployment claim through the NYS Department of Labor website 2 weeks ago and I'm still seeing 'pending' status when I log into my account. I've been filing my weekly claims but haven't received any payments yet. Is this normal? I'm starting to get worried because I have rent due next week and I'm not sure what to expect for timing. My friend said hers was approved in like 5 days but maybe that was before everything got backed up? Anyone know how long the process usually takes right now?
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I've been trying to get through to someone at NYS Department of Labor for weeks about my claim status but the phone lines are always busy. Getting really frustrated with the lack of communication. Has anyone found a way to actually talk to a person there?
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Interesting, never heard of that service before. Might be worth looking into since I'm getting nowhere with the regular phone number.
Sophia Carson
It's interesting how that 1930s legislation still affects how we file our weekly claims today through NYS Department of Labor. The federal framework requires states to meet certain standards for eligibility and job search requirements, which is why the process is similar across different states but administered locally.
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Elijah Knight
I never realized the connection between that old law and why I have to do job searches every week for my UI claim. Makes more sense now.
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Brooklyn Foley
Just to add some context for your paper - FUTA established the 6% federal tax on employer payrolls that funds the unemployment system. States that meet federal requirements get a 5.4% credit, so they effectively only pay 0.6% to the federal government. This is how NYS Department of Labor gets the money to pay out benefits to claimants like us.
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