Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)
The GDOL modified its current online unemployment application adding new questions to better identify those individuals who may be eligible for PUA, which
includes individuals who are
self-employed, gig workers, 1099 independent contractors, employees of churches, employees of non-profits, or those with limited work history
who do not qualify for state unemployment benefits.
If you have already filed a claim with the GDOL and will be eligible to potentially receive benefits under this program, you do NOT have to refile your claim. These individuals will be identified and sent an email with a link to provide additional information for the PUA.
