PA UC disqualification after RESEA deadline - does finding a job exempt me?

Unfortunately, finding a job doesn't exempt you from RESEA requirements while you're still claiming benefits. Even if your job starts in the future, you're still required to complete all UC mandated programs until you actually stop filing weekly claims. The good news is you have a valid reason to appeal since they contacted you after the deadline. File your appeal ASAP (you only have 15 days from the date on the determination letter) and explain exactly what happened with the scheduling. Bring any proof you have of when they contacted you to schedule.

Same thing happend to me last yr!!! UC is TERRIBLE with there scheduling. I had to wait 3 months for my appeal hearing but I won because I had proof they called me late. SAVE THE VOICEMAIL if you still have it!!

When you appeal, make sure to clearly explain that you DID complete the RESEA program, just not by their deadline because THEY contacted you late. Also emphasize that you've secured employment starting in spring. While that doesn't technically exempt you from RESEA, it shows good faith that you're actively solving your unemployment situation. Appeals can take 8-12 weeks to be scheduled right now, so be prepared to wait. In the meantime, keep filing your weekly claims even if they show as disqualified so you don't miss out on back payments if you win your appeal.

i got disqualified for missing RESEA too but mine was my fault lol. forgot the appointment completely. tried calling them for days to reschedule but kept getting busy signals or disconnected. wasted like 3 days trying to get thru

The PA UC system is DESIGNED to trip people up with these technicalities! They schedule RESEA sessions after deadlines ON PURPOSE so they can disqualify people and save money. I've seen this exact situation dozens of times. The appeal process works sometimes but takes FOREVER. They know most people can't wait months without income so they give up. It's all a GAME to them.

One important detail: in your appeal, request a backdating of the RESEA deadline based on when they actually contacted you. Reference UC RESEA policy which states they must provide reasonable time to complete requirements. Also, you should specifically request 'relief from fault overpayment' status in case they try to claim you were overpaid for weeks before the disqualification. Keep all documentation of when they contacted you for scheduling.

quick question - did u get any warnings before the disqualification? they usually send an alert message in your dashboard before they disqualify you

While waiting for your appeal, make sure to save a copy of any job offer letter or employment contract you have for your landscaping position. Having documentation that proves you've secured future employment could help your case, even though it doesn't technically exempt you from RESEA. The referee might be more sympathetic seeing you're not trying to game the system but genuinely transitioning between jobs with a seasonal gap.

This is such a common issue with PA UC - their scheduling system is completely broken and then they penalize claimants for their own delays. I went through something similar last year where they scheduled my RESEA appointment 3 days after the deadline, then tried to disqualify me when I completed it "late." The appeal process is your best bet here. Make sure you have documentation of when they first contacted you vs. the original deadline. Also, since you mentioned this is for a seasonal job starting in spring, you might want to look into whether you qualify for any seasonal worker provisions that could help your case. The whole system is designed to make people give up, but don't let them win! Keep fighting the appeal and document everything.