Just wanted to update everyone - PA UC just posted on their Twitter account that they're aware of the certification issues and expect to have them resolved by 8pm tonight. They recommend trying again tomorrow morning if possible. For those who need to file today, they suggest calling the UC service center.

Just as a follow-up for anyone finding this thread in the future - this issue was fixed around 9:30pm that night. It was related to the new 2025 job search verification questions that were added during maintenance. If you ever encounter a similar issue where the system freezes during weekly certification: 1) Try using the PA UC mobile app instead of the website 2) Clear your browser cache completely (not just cookies) 3) Try filing during off-peak hours (early morning or late evening) 4) If all else fails, you can always certify by phone Remember you have until Friday each week to file for the previous week, so sometimes waiting 24 hours for a fix is the easiest solution.

That different overpayment ID is critical information! That likely means they've created a duplicate overpayment record in their system. In your appeal, you need to specifically mention both overpayment ID numbers and state that they appear to be duplicates for the same time period. This happens when their system undergoes updates or migrations - sometimes records get duplicated instead of transferred. Make sure to highlight this prominently in your appeal.

UPDATE: I finally got this resolved! After filing my appeal with all the documentation and following the advice here about mentioning the duplicate overpayment IDs, I also managed to get through to someone at the Overpayment Recovery Unit who was actually helpful. She confirmed they had created a duplicate overpayment record during a system migration in January. My payment from 2022 was properly applied to the original overpayment, but the duplicate was created without any record of that payment. She's submitted paperwork to have the duplicate removed and said I should receive confirmation within 2 weeks. She also put a hold on any collection activities. THANK YOU all for your help - especially the tip about checking the overpayment IDs and contacting that specific department!

i was on leave without pay last yr and when i went to applie in person they told me i needed to bring my ss card not just know the number but i had lost mine so i had to order a new one took 3 weeks just to be able to apply!!!! so dumb

When I was on LWOP I had to wait forever to get benefits because they kept saying my "claim had an open issue" or something like that. Make sure to check your dashboard regularly after filing to see if there are any issues they need you to address! Don't just assume it's processing normally.

this happened to my brother and he did end up having a hearing. the system just updated weird. dont trust the online status its almost never right. keep checking your mail and email everyday!!

UPDATE: I finally got through to someone at the appeals office! The representative confirmed they're reviewing my documentation before deciding if a hearing is needed. She said my employer didn't contest the appeal and my documentation was very clear, so they might just overturn the denial without a hearing. She said I should keep an eye on my mail for either a hearing notice or a decision letter in the next 7-10 days. Thank you all for your help and advice!

Wait so if PA took money from ur benefits to pay Virginia why are u even dealing with this? Isnt this PAs problem to fix since they took ur money?

hey did u ever get thru to virginia? im dealing with something similar now with new jersey and im pulling my hair out!!!