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i think u might be able to get regular uc if you were misclassified as a contractor but were really treated like an employee. did ur boss control when and how u worked? did they provide equipment? worth asking when u call!
That's interesting! My delivery company definitely had strict rules about when/how I worked and I had to use their app. They provided a uniform too. I'll definitely ask about this when I call. Thank you!
To summarize what everyone has said and add some clarity: 1. PUA ended in September 2021 and has not been renewed 2. There are no current federal unemployment programs for 1099 workers in PA 3. Regular UC in Pennsylvania requires W-2 employment with qualifying wages 4. You may have options if you: - Had some W-2 income in your base year - Were misclassified as a contractor - Qualify for other assistance programs (not unemployment) I'd recommend calling PA UC directly and explaining your situation. If you can't get through, consider using a service to help you connect with an agent. The important thing is to get official guidance rather than relying on what others might have heard.
thanks for explaining all this so clearly!! the whole system is so confusing
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Thanks everyone for the helpful advice! I'm going to follow the suggestion to apply right at my BYE date (or maybe even a couple days before). I'll make sure to keep filing weekly claims during the transition too. I really appreciate all the tips about ID.me verification and possible delays. I'll budget accordingly for a possible gap in payments. Fingers crossed my new weekly benefit amount doesn't decrease too much since I was making decent money at the shipping company. Will update how it goes after I file my new claim in December!
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Just wanted to follow up based on some comments here - the standard processing time for PA UC direct deposits is indeed 2-3 business days after payment initiation. However, if Thursday comes and you still don't have your deposit, don't panic immediately. First, check your payment status on the UC portal to make sure it shows as 'paid' not 'pending'. If it shows paid and it's been more than 3 business days, then you should contact UC. Also, it's good practice to take a screenshot of your payment history page each week just in case you need to reference it later when speaking with representatives.
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This is EXACTLY why I hate PA's unemployment system!!!! They have all these hidden rules and then BOOM you suddenly can't get paid and have NO IDEA WHY. I had to call 47 TIMES before I got through last time I had an issue. The whole system is DESIGNED to frustrate people into giving up on their benefits!!!
fr tho. its like they want us to fail
Update us after you call them. The good news is that if this is related to the reasonable assurance rule, and you've been eligible all along, they should be able to release that week's payment once you explain the situation. Make sure to mention that you've been continuously filing and receiving benefits, and that nothing changed in your employment situation to trigger the reopening requirement.
I finally got through after trying all morning! The rep said it was indeed related to the school employee rules - something in their system automatically flagged my claim for review because my return date is approaching. She was able to override it and release this week's payment, plus she made a note so it shouldn't happen again. What a relief! Thanks everyone for your help!
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Just to add one final point - since you mentioned your teaching job ends in December, don't wait until January to reopen your claim. You can (and should) reopen it during the same week your job ends. If your last day is December 20th for example, you can reopen the claim that same week. There's no need to wait until January unless that's when your job actually ends.
That's a great point - thanks! My last teaching day is December 18th, so I'll plan to reopen the claim that week. Really appreciate all the help from everyone!
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Last year I had this problem and it took TWO WEEKS to get my money becuz they flagged my account for "suspicious activity" after the holiday. Make sure u log into ur account on Wednesday to check if theres any issues!!!
This is not a common occurrence. What likely happened in your case was coincidental timing with a routine review that happened after a holiday. Regular payment delays due to banking holidays don't trigger additional reviews. I wouldn't worry other claimants unnecessarily.
Just saying what happened to ME ok?? Maybe it was a coincidence but it still happened right after Presidents Day so I think its related
Just to add some clarification: The regular UC payment schedule is: 1. File your weekly claim on Sunday 2. PA UC processes claims on Monday (normal business day) 3. Payments hit accounts on Tuesday With Presidents Day: 1. File your weekly claim on Sunday 2. Monday is a holiday, so processing moves to Tuesday 3. Payments hit accounts on Wednesday The one-day delay is consistent across all benefit programs including regular UC, PEUC (when it was active), and TRA benefits. The processing schedule returns to normal the following week.
Thanks for breaking it down so clearly! This makes perfect sense. I'll adjust my budget planning for next week.
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Just wanted to update everyone - I took the shift, worked those 8 hours and reported my earnings ($97). My benefit didn't get reduced at all! Just like @helpfulTom explained, because my earnings were under that 30% threshold, I got my full UC payment plus my work pay. So definitely a win-win. Thanks everyone for your help!
Glad it worked out! This is why the partial benefit rules exist - to encourage people to take available work without being financially punished. Just remember to always report your gross earnings (before taxes) for any week you work, even if it's just a few hours.
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my cousin works for uc and she says they fix issues in batches so if 1 disappared they probably resolved it and ur next batch will be looked at soon good luck
Oh that's good to know! Thanks for the inside info. Fingers crossed they get to my second issue soon.
Just wanted to follow up - how's your claim status looking now? Has the second issue been resolved or are you still waiting?
Update: I used that Claimyr service to get through to someone on the phone yesterday! The rep told me the first issue was a wage verification that got resolved, and the remaining issue is about my separation reason. They're sending me a questionnaire I need to fill out. At least now I know what's happening! Thanks everyone for the help and advice.
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I've been on and off unemployment unfortunately for the past few years and yes every single holiday causes a payment delay. Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, all of them. One time my rent was due right after a holiday and I nearly got a late fee because I didn't plan for the delay. Now I always mark my calendar for holiday weeks so I can budget accordingly.
same! i put all the holidays in my phone calendar with alerts now
Hattie Carson
check ur dashboard agin tomorrow. mine didnt have transaction # this one time but money still came on thursday like normal. system is glitchy
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Nalani Liu
•This is the most common outcome - the system updates overnight and the transaction number appears. About 90% of these cases resolve themselves within 48 hours with no action needed.
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Thais Soares
UPDATE: The transaction number finally appeared this morning! Status changed to "paid" too. Looks like it was just a delay in the system. Thanks everyone for your help and for calming my anxiety!
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Aidan Percy
•awesome! glad it worked out
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Axel Bourke
•Great news! This is exactly what happened in my case. The PA UC system has these quirks sometimes, but as long as you've been following all the rules and requirements, the payments usually come through. Make sure you keep doing your work search activities every week - that's the most common reason for payment delays.
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