PA UC job search requirement now showing up for seasonal workers with recall dates - claim under review

Yes, PA UC recently updated their system and now EVERYONE gets asked the job search question, even people who are supposed to be exempt. The key is to select "No" for job search but then select the proper exemption reason from the dropdown (something like "employer recall within 12 weeks" should be one of the options). If you did that correctly, the "under review" status might just be temporary while they verify your exemption status. My husband is seasonal construction and had the same thing happen last month.

omg i got the same thing and panicked!!! been on UC since december (hotel worker, seasonal) and suddenly last week BAM job search question. my claim is ALSO under review now and idk what to do

I HAD THE EXACT SAME ISSUE!!!! Been claiming since January (seasonal construction) and never had to do job searches before because of my recall date. Then suddenly this week, they ask about job search and put my claim "under review" too!! This system is RIDICULOUS - they keep changing things without explaining properly. I bet they're trying to deny more people benefits. My supervisor gave me a written recall date for May 12, 2025, so they CAN'T make me job search. But now I'm worried my payments will stop.

If you're still showing "under review" after 7-10 days, you might want to call the PA UC office to check on your claim status. I know it can be nearly impossible to get through on the phone lines though. I was dealing with a different issue last month and used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an agent without spending all day redialing. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2. Saved me a ton of frustration and the agent was able to fix my issue right away.

Actually I think they changed this rule completely. My buddy works at a ski resort and they told him that seasonal workers DO have to look for jobs now even with a recall date. Something about new federal guidelines maybe? Not 100% sure tho so don't quote me on it.

im seasonal too and I just got back on uc this week after being laid off and that job search question was there for me. I checked the exempt box cause I have a recall date but my claim went straight to paid status not under review. maybe you clicked something wrong?

I work for an employer that handles many seasonal workers. Let me clarify a few things: 1. The PA UC system was updated in February 2025 to ask ALL claimants about work search, but exemptions still apply 2. Seasonal workers with a definite recall date within 12 weeks are still exempt from work search 3. "Under review" status often happens after answering exemption questions the first time as the system verifies your situation 4. Most reviews resolve automatically within 7-10 days 5. Your employer may need to verify your recall date - check if they received any notification 6. Continue filing weekly claims during the review period If the review continues beyond 10 days, contact the UC service center. The fastest way is to call early in the morning (7:45am) when they first open.

last year I had a similar thing happen with my seasonal job at the marina. thye kept asking me about job serches even though I had a start date for the next season. it took like 3 weeks but then everything went back to normal and I still got all my money just delayed a bit. the UC system is always glitchy when they update things!

It's ridiculous how they constantly change these requirements without properly notifying people! I wish they would just UPDATE THEIR WEBSITE with clear instructions instead of making us all panic and figure it out through trial and error. My claim was under review for the same reason but just got approved today (after 9 days of stress and checking the portal constantly). This is my livelihood they're messing with!!!

I just checked the official PA UC website to make sure I had accurate information. Here's what it says about seasonal workers: "Claimants with a definite recall date within 12 weeks from their last day of work may be exempt from work search requirements." The key word is "may" - they evaluate each case. Make sure your employer has actually registered your recall date with the UC system, not just told you verbally. That might be why some people are having their claims reviewed while others aren't.