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Effective October 28, 2012 through October 26, 2013
This handbook provides important information about unemployment benefits, including:
- How to apply.
- How your eligibility is determined.
- What you must do each week to receive a benefit payment.
The information in this handbook is an overview of unemployment insurance benefits. It does not cover every topic, answer all questions, or take the place of the law.
It is your responsibility to read this handbook, along with all information you receive from Minnesota Unemployment Insurance.
The Unemployment Insurance Program is administered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Benefits are funded by a tax paid by employers. No deductions from employees’ paychecks are used to support this fund.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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- Applying for Benefits
- When do I apply?
- How do I apply?
- What if I'm unemployed for a reason other than layoff?
- Using Your Password
- Your password and Social Security number
- If you forget your password, you can reset it yourself
- When Can I Expect My First Payment?
- I requested a payment for my first week and the amount was $0 – why?
- Report Work When Requesting Benefit Payments
- How does working affect my benefits?
- What if my hours vary week to week?
- What happens if I fail to report my hours and earnings?
- Understanding Weekly Eligibility Requirements
- What do I need to do each week?
- How does going to school affect my benefits?
