NY unemployment notice: Extended Benefits reduced to 13 weeks max, ALL federal programs (PUA, PEUC, FPUC, EB) ending September 5th, 2021

So frustrated with all the conflicting information about what happens after September 5th, 2021. From what I can tell, if you're not in your first 26 weeks of regular UI or your first 13-week extension, ALL benefits will stop, not just the extra $300. I got a notice on August 12 saying NY dropped below some federal threshold, and now Extended Benefits are only for 13 weeks max. The exact update states: "New York State has fallen below the rate established by the Federal government in order for the state to qualify for the highest level of Federal Extended Benefits (EB). Effective August 9, 2021, EB will be available for a maximum of 13 weeks." The notice also clearly states "Claimants who have received 13+ weeks of EB will no longer be eligible for EB on their existing claim after the benefit week of August 9, 2021, but may be eligible for PEUC or PUA benefits through September 5, 2021." This is what's driving me crazy - the notice says I should continue to certify weekly, and that "Claimants who will exhaust EB on their existing claim will be contacted by email and text message." But I haven't received any clear communication yet. They also included this reminder: "under Federal law, benefits through the PUA, PEUC, FPUC, and EB programs are available for eligible claimants until September 5, 2021." But what happens after that? They say we can reapply for new benefits or extensions but "most applications won't be approved." Has anyone gotten clear answers from actual people who know what's happening? The reps I talked to seemed just as confused as everyone else. I'm seriously worried about what happens in September when all these programs end. The notice even says "PLEASE SHARE WIDELY" at the bottom like they're desperate to get the info out, but the info isn't clear at all!

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Connor O'Neill

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Ok so heres the deal based on what i understand - ALL federal programs end 9/4. That includes: * The extra $300/week (FPUC) * Extended benefits beyond regular UI (PEUC) * Benefits for gig/self-employed workers If youre on regular UI (the first 26 weeks), that continues. Anything else - DONE. Unless Congress passes something new (which lol good luck with that). BUT one thing nobody talks about: if you have any pending backpay from these programs that you were eligible for BEFORE 9/4, you should still get that money eventually. They just wont pay for any weeks after 9/4.

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Amina Toure

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Here's the most accurate info I can provide about what's happening with NY unemployment after speaking with multiple reps and researching extensively: The September 4th cutoff affects several programs: 1. The additional $300 weekly supplement (FPUC) ends completely 2. Programs for self-employed/gig workers end 3. Extended benefits beyond the initial 26 weeks end If you're currently receiving regular UI benefits (the first 26 weeks), those will continue until you reach your maximum benefit amount or week 26. If you're currently on any extension or federal program, those benefits stop after September 4th. No exceptions unless Congress passes new legislation. To check which program you're on, log into your account and look at your payment history. It will show which program your benefits are coming from. For those losing benefits, you MAY be eligible to file a new regular UI claim IF you have worked enough during your base period to qualify. Most people won't meet this threshold. If you're having trouble reaching a representative, I highly recommend using claimyr.com - it saved me hours of frustration by connecting me directly with an agent who could actually help resolve my issues. Keep certifying weekly as long as possible, even after Sept 4th. This ensures you'll receive any back payments you're entitled to. Don't wait until September to figure this out. Start preparing now if your benefits will be ending.

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Isabella Ferreira

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I'm actually a former temp worker who was hired during covid to process claims. Let me tell you what I know: 1) The system is ancient and breaks constantly 2) Even we couldn't understand all the eligibility rules 3) Yes, all federal programs end 9/4 - nothing we can do about it 4) If you're having issues, CALL. The online system won't fix complicated problems 5) Document EVERYTHING - dates, confirmation numbers, names of reps The best advice I can give is to be persistent but polite. And start looking for work now if your benefits are ending - don't wait until they're gone.

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