Missed both RESEA deadlines for PA UC - how long until disqualification is fixed?

I went through this exact situation back in January. Unfortunately, it took almost 3 weeks for my case to be reviewed after missing RESEA deadlines. PA UC considers this a serious eligibility issue since it's federally mandated. You'll need to keep calling to explain your situation and request a RESEA reschedule. In my case, they eventually reinstated my benefits after I completed the rescheduled workshops, but they didn't backpay for the weeks I was disqualified. Make sure you keep filing your weekly claims even though they'll show as disqualified!

omg same thing happened to my boyfriend last week!!! he missed both RESEA workshops and now hes on like day 10 of trying to fix it. its so stupid how they expect everyone to drop everything for these workshops!! he still hasnt gotten thru on the phone either

I actually just got through this process. Here's what you need to do: 1. KEEP FILING WEEKLY CLAIMS even with the disqualification 2. Call PA UC at exactly 8:00:00 am when they open (use a clock with seconds) 3. If you can't get through, try using Claimyr (claimyr.com) - it's what finally worked for me after 2 weeks of trying. They have a system that connects you with a UC agent, and you can see how it works here: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZWG3KiHrg2 4. Once you reach someone, explain that you missed the deadlines but want to complete RESEA requirements ASAP 5. They'll likely schedule you for the next available workshops 6. After completion, request removal of the disqualification In total, it took about 3.5 weeks from disqualification to getting benefits restored. They did eventually backdate my payments, but that's not guaranteed.

sorry ur dealing with this!!! the unemployment system is DESIGNED to be confusing and trip people up so they can deny benefits. its all part of their plan. i missed a RESEA deadline last year and they made me wait 6 WEEKS before fixing my claim. SIX WEEKS!!! and then they had the nerve to lecture me about "responsibility" when I finally got through to someone. keep calling tho eventually youll get lucky and find a nice person who will help

i didnt even kno wht resea was when i 1st got selected lol. thought it was a scam email at first! ended up missing the first workshop but made the 2nd one. still got disqualified for a week but then they fixed it pretty fast after i did the 2nd workshop. maybe try to explain u just didnt understand what it was??

The RESEA program (Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment) is a federal requirement that Pennsylvania must implement to help claimants return to work faster. When you miss both deadlines, it creates an eligibility issue that must be reviewed by a claims examiner. Based on current PA UC processing times, these reviews are taking 18-25 days on average. Important actions to take: 1. Continue filing weekly claims 2. Document all attempts to contact UC 3. Prepare a letter explaining why you missed the workshops (if there were extenuating circumstances) 4. Be ready to immediately schedule and attend replacement workshops when offered Missing RESEA requirements is considered failure to comply with eligibility conditions, so unfortunately, the disqualification period is not typically backdated once resolved.

My cousin used that Claimyr thing someone mentioned above and said it actually worked! She had a different issue with her claim but couldn't get thru for weeks then paid for that service and got connected to someone in like an hour. might be worth it if ur really desperate!

My two cents: RESEA is actually really helpful if you give it a chance. The workshops helped me update my resume and I found a job within 3 weeks after completing them. But to answer your question - once you missed both deadlines, you'll likely need to wait for a claims examiner review which is running about 20-25 days right now. Call early (7:59am) and keep trying.