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Yes, you need to complete and document work search activities starting with your first week. When you file your weekly certification, you'll be asked if you completed the required activities. You need to keep records of your work search (job applications, networking events, etc.) in case you're selected for an audit. The PA UC system allows you to enter these directly into your dashboard, which I highly recommend doing rather than just keeping separate notes. If your claim gets stuck with an "open issue" status for more than 2 weeks, definitely try to reach a live agent. The chat feature on the PA UC website sometimes works, but phone is usually more effective for resolving complex issues.
One more tip that saved me a lot of headaches - screenshot everything! Take screenshots of your initial application confirmation, weekly certifications, and any correspondence. I had an issue where the system showed I missed a week when I definitely filed, and having that screenshot proof helped resolve it quickly when I finally got through to an agent. Also, if you're doing contract work, make sure you understand how to report any freelance income you might pick up while collecting - even small amounts need to be reported or it can cause overpayment issues later.
After trying for MONTHS to get my cross-program issue resolved through normal channels, I finally got it fixed by contacting my state senator (not representative). Their office has a dedicated staff person who deals with UC issues, and they have direct contacts with higher-level UC administrators. Within 3 weeks of involving them, my regular UC was processed and applied against the PUA overpayment. Might be worth trying if your state rep hasn't been helpful.
Omar Hassan
Just checking back - did your payment come through today? Monday morning is when most people see their deposits hit after Thursday/Friday payment dates.
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Freya Pedersen
ā¢YES!! Just checked my account and it's all there! Thanks everyone for helping me not panic (too much). Such a relief to finally have this resolved!
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Chloe Anderson
ā¢nice!!! š
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Natasha Kuznetsova
Awesome news that your payment finally came through! This gives me hope - I'm in a similar situation where I won my appeal last week and have been anxiously waiting for the deposit. The timeline you experienced (about 4-5 business days) seems pretty typical based on what others are saying here. It's such a stressful process but glad to see it worked out for you in the end. Now you can breathe easy and get that rent paid! š
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