TWC benefit year ending in December - can I reapply for UI after 26 weeks?

Unfortunately, you can't just reapply and get a fresh 26 weeks after your benefit year ends. You need to have worked and earned qualifying wages DURING your current benefit year to be eligible for a new claim. The TWC website is talking about when you can technically submit a new application, not guaranteeing you'll qualify. To qualify for a new claim, you would need to have worked enough during this past year to establish a new base period with sufficient earnings. Have you had ANY employment since your January layoff?

same boat my dude!! ran thru my benefits to and tryin to figure out what 2 do next. the whole system is rigged agaist us fr

There's a key detail that people aren't explaining clearly. When your benefit year ends in December, you CAN file a new claim, but as others mentioned, you need qualifying wages in your new base period. For December 2025, your base period would be July 2024-June 2025. You said you worked in January before being laid off, and also had some temp work in March. These wages would count in your base period, but the question is whether they meet the minimum threshold. In Texas, you need to have: 1. Wages in at least 2 quarters of your base period 2. Total base period wages of at least 37 times your weekly benefit amount 3. Your highest quarter wages must be at least $2,775 Did you work enough in January plus those two weeks in March to meet these requirements?

they told me i could get unemployment extensions after my benefits ran out last year!!! try calling and asking about that

When my UI ran out last year, I couldn't get through to anyone at TWC for DAYS. Kept calling that 800 number and getting busy signals or being disconnected after waiting for hours. Finally, I used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and got connected to a TWC agent in about 20 minutes. They confirmed I didn't qualify for additional benefits but at least helped me understand my options and pointed me to some emergency assistance programs in my county. There's a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh Definitely worth it when you're desperate for answers from a real person.

I think youre confusing two different things on the TWC system. The "benefit year ending" message is just telling you when your claim officially closes in the system. It doesn't mean you get more benefits after that date. Your 26 weeks is the maximum unless there are federal extensions (which dont exist right now). Have you applied for SNAP benefits? That could help with food at least while you keep job hunting.

I went through this exact situation in 2023. When my benefit year ended, I reapplied but was denied because I hadn't worked enough during my benefit year. The TWC determination letter specifically said I needed wages in at least 2 quarters AND enough total wages to qualify for a new claim. You might want to look into Texas Workforce Solutions - they have career centers that can help with resume review, job fairs, and sometimes retraining programs. That's how I eventually found a position after being out of work for almost 8 months. Don't give up!

My cousin said theres a thing called "disaster unemployment" you can get sometimes when regular benefits run out??

Based on what you've shared, you probably won't qualify for a new UI claim in December. However, here are some options to consider: 1. Contact 211 Texas - they can connect you with emergency rent assistance programs in your area 2. Visit your county's Health and Human Services office - some counties have General Assistance programs for people who've exhausted all other benefits 3. Apply at temp agencies daily - even short assignments can help financially and potentially lead to permanent work 4. Check if you qualify for the Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) to help with utilities 5. Some food banks also offer limited financial assistance for emergency situations The key is to be extremely persistent with job applications while seeking alternative support services.