WEBVTT 1 00:00:01.733 --> 00:00:04.733 Need to file for unemployment? 2 00:00:05.900 --> 00:00:09.866 Things to know. Each state runs their own Unemployment Insurance Program 3 00:00:09.866 --> 00:00:15.499 So visit the website of the state where you work 4 00:00:15.500 --> 00:00:22.400 Find links to your state site using CareerOneStop’s Unemployment Benefits Finder www.CareerOneStop.org/Unemployment 5 00:00:25.333 --> 00:00:32.266 Learn about - How to apply, Benefit Amounts, Eligibility, and more 6 00:00:32.266 --> 00:00:38.132 Many state unemployment websites and phone lines are experiencing extremely high traffic 7 00:00:38.133 --> 00:00:45.299 So if you have difficulty getting to a site or completing your application, here are some tips… 8 00:00:45.300 --> 00:00:53.400 Look for FAQs on your state website. Many have specific tips on applying during this busy time 9 00:00:53.400 --> 00:01:00.066 Continue to attempt to complete your application 10 00:01:00.066 --> 00:01:06.899 Try at different times of the day including early morning or late evening 11 00:01:06.900 --> 00:01:15.733 You may have heard about new benefits for self-employed and gig workers, plus an additional $600/week 12 00:01:15.733 --> 00:01:22.499 Be assured. States are working to connect people with these benefits as soon as possible 13 00:01:22.500 --> 00:01:29.333 If you don’t see this new information on your state website right away, you should… 14 00:01:29.333 --> 00:01:36.899 Go ahead and file as directed. Follow instructions to find updated information as it becomes available 15 00:01:36.900 --> 00:01:42.000 www.CareerOneStop.org/Unemployment