I went through this exact situation last year! One thing that really helped speed up the adjudication process was calling ESD right when they opened at 8am - the wait times are usually shorter first thing in the morning. Also, if your husband's position was eliminated due to lack of work/funding, make sure he emphasizes that it was a "no fault" separation when he reopens the claim. The good news is that once adjudication clears, they usually backpay for all the weeks you were waiting, so don't stress too much about the timing with rent. Just make sure he keeps filing his weekly claims even during the adjudication period - that's super important! Wishing you both the best of luck with this process.

Just want to add something that helped me when I reopened my claim - make sure your husband saves screenshots of every step when he reopens online, especially the confirmation page. I had an issue where the system glitched during my reopening process and I couldn't prove I had actually submitted it correctly. Having those screenshots saved me from having to start over. Also, if the website seems slow or keeps timing out, try using a different browser or clearing your cache first. The ESD website can be really finicky, especially during busy periods. Hope everything goes smoothly for you guys!

Good luck with your claim! Sounds like a straightforward situation that should process without any problems. Just file as soon as the shutdown starts and be clear about the temporary nature.

I was in a similar situation last year when my manufacturing plant shut down for equipment upgrades. Filed for that week and got approved without any issues. The key is to file your claim right when the shutdown starts and clearly explain it's temporary with a definite return date. Washington ESD handles these situations regularly, so don't stress too much about it. Just keep that email from your employer saved in case they need verification. You should be able to get benefits for that week since you're available to work but have no work available through no fault of your own.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Just did my ID.me verification yesterday and seeing all these responses gives me so much hope. It's crazy how the waiting and uncertainty mess with your head when you're already stressed about money. @Melissa Lin thanks for asking this question - I was too anxious to post but really needed to hear these timelines. Going to make sure I keep filing my weekly claims like everyone mentioned. Fingers crossed we all get our payments soon!

I went through this exact process about 8 weeks ago and it was nerve-wracking! After completing ID.me verification, mine took 4 business days to process. What really helped my peace of mind was knowing that Washington ESD has actually improved their system a lot - they now send email notifications when your verification status changes, so you don't have to constantly check the portal. Also, make sure you have your banking info updated in the system because once it switches to "paid" status, the money usually hits your account within 24 hours with direct deposit. The back pay for all those weeks you've been waiting really adds up, so there's a nice lump sum coming your way! Just stay patient and keep filing those weekly claims.

One more thing to know: if your standby request is denied, you'll get a letter explaining why. You have 30 days to appeal that decision if you think it's incorrect. In the meantime, start doing your 3 job search activities each week and documenting them, because if your standby is denied, they'll require proof of job searches for any weeks you've claimed benefits.

Just went through this exact situation about 6 months ago with my electrical contractor! Got laid off for what they said would be 4-6 weeks while waiting on materials. Here's what I learned: Make sure your employer submits their portion ASAP - that's usually what causes delays. My boss dragged his feet for a week before filling out the employer verification form, which pushed my approval back. Once he finally submitted it, my standby was approved in 3 business days. Also, double-check that your employer marked you as "temporarily separated" not "permanently laid off" - that distinction matters a lot for standby eligibility. Good luck!

Perfect summary. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences. This community is really helpful!

I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago in Washington. The key thing to remember is that severance timing matters more than the amount. When I got my $6,000 severance as a lump sum, I filed my UI claim immediately after my last day of work. Washington ESD determined that since my employer didn't allocate the severance to specific weeks, it didn't delay my benefits. I started receiving payments within 3 weeks of filing. My advice: file your claim right away and let ESD make the determination rather than trying to guess. Also, keep every piece of severance documentation - they may ask for it during the review process.