TWC claim status changed from 'under review' to new message - does this mean approval?

What exactly does the new message say? Hard to tell you anything without knowing the actual status message that's displaying now.

That's good news! It means your claim has been processed and entered into their system. While it doesn't 100% guarantee you'll receive payments (there could still be eligibility issues), it's definitely a positive step. The system is now allowing you to submit payment requests, which usually means they've completed their initial review. Make sure you submit your payment request exactly on 04/29 - not before, not after. Also verify you've completed your work search activities (minimum 3 per week in Texas) and documented them properly. You'll need to report those when you request payment.

its good but dont count on it yet. my brothers claim said the exact same thing last month but then he got a determination letter 2 days later saying he was disqualified becuz of how he left his job. TWC is a mess rn

Just went through this exact same situation last month! That message is actually a GOOD sign, but not a guarantee. Here's what happens next: 1. You'll submit your first payment request on 4/29 2. They'll process it within 2-3 business days 3. If approved, you'll see a payment date posted with the deposit hitting your account 1-2 days after that date BUT - and this is important - check your Determination Letters section DAILY! If there are any issues with your claim (like how you separated from your employer), they'll send you a determination letter before your payment request date. Some issues can be resolved quickly, others require appeals. In my case, I got approved, but my coworker with the same situation got a letter with questions about her job separation that delayed her payments by 2 weeks.

I got paid after my first request, but it took 4 business days to process. The deposit came 1 day after the payment date posted in my account. BTW - since you mentioned your hours were cut from 40 to 15, make sure you have documentation of that (emails, schedule changes, etc). That's considered a "substantial reduction in hours" which usually qualifies for benefits, but your employer might contest it. Having proof ready will save you headaches if they try to claim you just quit without good cause.

Congrats! Now the TWC waiting game begins! 😂

If you need to contact TWC about anything before your payment request date (or if something goes wrong after), I'd recommend using Claimyr.com to get through to an agent quickly. TWC's phone lines are impossible right now - I spent 3 days trying to get through before finding this service. They connected me to a TWC agent in about 20 minutes. They have a video demo that shows how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh Worth it when you absolutely need to speak to someone and can't wait weeks for an email response.

dont forget that u have to do ur work searches BEFORE ur payment request date... u cant just make them up when u request payment or TWC can disqualify u for misrepresentation (happened to my roommate

That's perfect documentation. One more tip - if you submitted your claim 3 weeks ago, you may be eligible for back payments for the weeks you've been waiting. When you do your first payment request, the system should prompt you about these weeks. Make sure you have your work search activities documented for ALL weeks since you first filed, not just going forward.

This is really encouraging to see! I'm in a similar situation - my claim has been under review for 2 weeks now and I keep refreshing the page hoping for a change. Your message about being able to submit payment requests on 4/29 definitely sounds like good news. One thing I'd add to what others have mentioned - make sure you're checking your TWC account regularly even after you submit your payment request. Sometimes they'll request additional information or documentation even after processing starts. I've heard of people missing important deadlines because they didn't see the notifications in time. Fingers crossed your first payment goes through smoothly! Keep us updated on how it goes.

Hey Ethan! That message definitely sounds promising - when TWC says your claim has been processed and gives you a specific date to submit your first payment request, it usually means you've cleared the initial review hurdle. I went through something similar last year and that exact wording preceded my approval. Just want to echo what others said about keeping ALL your documentation handy (especially those texts about your hour reduction) and checking your account daily for any determination letters. Also, since you mentioned being down to $240 with rent due - if you do get approved, remember that your first payment might take up to a week after you submit the request, so plan accordingly. The fact that they're letting you submit a payment request is actually a really good sign though! Most denials come with different language that doesn't mention payment requests at all. Hang in there - sounds like you're almost through the worst part of this process!

Hey Ethan! I'm going through almost the exact same thing right now - my status just changed yesterday from the endless "under review" message to something similar about being able to submit payment requests next week. Reading through all these responses has been super helpful for me too! One thing I wanted to add that I learned from my caseworker friend - when you do submit your payment request on 4/29, make sure you answer ALL the questions completely and accurately. Don't skip anything or put "N/A" unless it truly doesn't apply. Sometimes the system will flag incomplete responses and delay your payment even if you're fully eligible. Also, since you mentioned having those text messages about your hour reduction, you might want to take screenshots of them and save them somewhere safe. If your employer contests your claim (which they might since it affects their unemployment tax rate), having that evidence easily accessible could speed up the resolution process. Really hoping this works out for you! The financial stress of waiting is brutal, but it sounds like you're on the right track. Keep us posted on how the payment request goes!

That's definitely a positive sign! When TWC gives you a specific date to submit your first payment request, it usually means they've completed their initial review and determined you're likely eligible. The fact that it went from "under review" to processed with a payment request date is much better than getting a determination letter with issues to resolve. A few things to keep in mind for 4/29: - Submit your payment request as early in the day as possible - Double-check that all your work search activities are properly documented for each week since you filed - Have your bank account info ready in case they need to verify direct deposit details - Don't be surprised if the first payment takes 3-5 business days to process Since you mentioned your hours were cut from 40 to 15, that's typically considered "constructive discharge" or reduction in hours, which qualifies for benefits in most cases. Having those text messages from your manager will definitely help if your employer tries to contest. You're almost there! The hardest part (the waiting during review) is behind you. Just stay on top of checking your account daily until that first payment hits.

Congratulations on getting past the review stage! That message about being able to submit your payment request on 4/29 is definitely a good sign. I went through something very similar about 6 months ago. One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet - make sure you have your Social Security number, driver's license, and any other personal info readily available when you submit that payment request. Sometimes the system will ask you to verify your identity again even though you're already in the system. Also, since you're cutting it so close with rent, you might want to reach out to your landlord now and let them know you're expecting unemployment payments soon but there might be a delay. Many landlords are understanding about unemployment situations, especially if you communicate early rather than waiting until rent is past due. The fact that your claim moved from "under review" to giving you a specific payment request date is really encouraging. In my experience, that usually means you've cleared all the major hurdles. Just stay on top of those daily account checks for any surprise determination letters, but you should be in good shape!

Hey Ethan! Just wanted to chime in with some additional perspective since I went through this exact same scenario about 8 months ago. That message you're seeing is actually TWC's way of saying "we've reviewed your claim and you're moving forward in the system" - it's definitely a positive development! A couple of things that might help ease your anxiety: - The 04/29 date they gave you is your "waiting week" completion date, which is standard for Texas unemployment - Since you mentioned this has been 3 weeks already, you should be eligible for back payments for those weeks once your first request is processed - Your situation with hours being cut from 40 to 15 per week is textbook "good cause" for separation - Texas considers that constructive dismissal One thing I wish someone had told me: after you submit that first payment request on 4/29, resist the urge to call TWC unless there's actually a problem. The system is automated for standard approvals, and calling can sometimes flag your account for manual review (which adds delays). You're so close to the finish line! The fact that they moved you out of review status and into the payment request phase is really encouraging. Hang in there! 🤞

Just wanted to add my experience since I literally just went through this exact same thing! My status changed from "under review" to that payment request message about 10 days ago, and I submitted my first payment request this past Monday. Got my payment deposited yesterday! A few quick tips based on what just happened to me: - Make sure you log in RIGHT at midnight on 4/29 to submit - I waited until morning and the system was super slow from everyone trying at once - When you get to the work search section, it'll ask for 3 activities per week but you can enter more if you have them (I did 4-5 each week just to be thorough) - The payment showed "processing" for 3 days, then "payment date" appeared, then money hit my account the next business day Your hour reduction situation sounds very similar to mine - I went from full-time to part-time and they approved it without any issues. Having those text messages as backup is smart but you probably won't even need them. The relief when that first payment hits is incredible! You're basically there - just need to get through the next few days. Hang in there! 💪

Hey Ethan! This is such great news - that message about your claim being processed and having a specific payment request date of 4/29 is definitely a positive sign! I went through something similar about a year ago and that exact wording was what I saw right before my approval went through. I love seeing all the helpful advice everyone's shared here. Just wanted to add one more tip that saved me some stress: when you submit your payment request on 4/29, the system might ask you some questions about your job separation again (even though you already answered them). Don't panic if this happens - it's just their standard verification process. Answer consistently with what you put in your original application. Also, since you mentioned having those text messages about your hour reduction, you might want to upload them to your TWC account documents section if there's an option to do so. I did this proactively and it seemed to help speed things along when they were reviewing everything. Your situation with going from 40 to 15 hours definitely sounds like it should qualify - that's a substantial reduction that most people would need to quit over. You've got great documentation and it sounds like you've been doing everything right with the work searches too. Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly on 4/29! The community here is awesome for support during this stressful process. 🤞

This thread has been incredibly helpful to read through! I'm in week 2 of the "under review" status and seeing everyone's experiences gives me hope that mine will change soon too. Ethan, that message about being able to submit your payment request on 4/29 is definitely encouraging - it sounds like you've made it through the hardest part! I love how supportive everyone has been with practical advice. One thing I wanted to add that my cousin mentioned when she went through this last year - make sure you have a backup plan for accessing your TWC account on 4/29 in case your usual device has issues. She almost missed her payment request window because her laptop crashed that morning and she had to scramble to use her phone. Maybe save your login info on multiple devices just to be safe? Also, for anyone else reading who might be in a similar financial crunch - some local food banks and community organizations have emergency rent assistance programs while you're waiting for unemployment to come through. Might be worth looking into as a backup plan. Rooting for you Ethan! Please keep us posted on how the payment request goes. This community is awesome for sharing these real experiences! 🙌

Wow, reading through this whole thread has been so reassuring! I'm currently on week 4 of "under review" status and was starting to lose hope, but seeing Ethan's situation change and all the helpful advice from everyone gives me renewed optimism. That message about being able to submit payment requests on 4/29 is definitely a good sign - it means TWC has moved your claim into the active system rather than just sitting in limbo. I've been obsessively checking my account multiple times a day hoping for any change! One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet - if you're really tight on money before that first payment comes through, some credit unions offer small emergency loans specifically for people waiting on unemployment benefits. My local credit union has a "bridge loan" program that covers you for situations exactly like this. Might be worth calling around if you need something to hold you over. Also wanted to echo what others said about documenting everything. I've been keeping a detailed spreadsheet of all my work search activities, but after reading this thread I'm going to make sure I have screenshots of everything saved in multiple places. Ethan, you've got this! The community support here is amazing and it sounds like you're doing everything right. Can't wait to see your update after 4/29! 🙏

This thread has been such a goldmine of information! As someone who's been stuck in "under review" status for almost 3 weeks now, reading about Ethan's status change gives me so much hope. I wanted to add something that might help others - if you're documenting your work search activities, make sure you're noting the METHOD you used to apply (online portal, email, in-person, etc.). I learned this from a TWC representative who said they sometimes ask for those details during the payment request process. Also, if you applied through Indeed or other job sites, try to get confirmation emails or take screenshots of the "application submitted" pages as additional proof. Ethan, your situation with the hour reduction sounds very similar to mine - I went from 35 hours to 12 hours per week before I had to quit. Having those text messages as documentation is clutch! I also saved email screenshots showing my requests for more hours being denied. The community support here is incredible. It's so reassuring to see people who've actually been through this process sharing real timelines and practical advice. Definitely going to bookmark this thread to reference when my status hopefully changes soon! Best of luck with your payment request on 4/29 - really hoping everything goes smoothly for you! 🤞

This is such an encouraging thread to read! I'm currently in week 2 of "under review" status and was getting really anxious about what it all means. Seeing everyone's experiences and the detailed advice really helps calm the nerves. Ethan, that message about being able to submit your payment request on 4/29 is definitely a positive sign! The fact that TWC moved you from "under review" to giving you a specific date means they've likely completed their initial evaluation and you're moving forward in the system. I've been taking notes on all the great advice shared here - especially about having backup devices ready for 4/29, documenting application methods for work searches, and keeping all separation documentation easily accessible. This community knowledge is so much more practical than anything I've found on the official TWC website. One small thing to add - I've been using the TWC mobile app to check my status since it sometimes loads faster than the website when traffic is heavy. Might be worth downloading as another backup option for 4/29. Really hoping everything goes smoothly with your payment request! Please keep us posted on how it goes - your experience is going to help so many others who are going through this same stressful process. 🙏