Find information on the eligibility requirements for unemployment benefits and answers to common questions regarding various special circumstances.
Learn about the Extended Benefits Program (EB) that is only available during periods of high state or national unemployment. When Texas “triggers” on EB, you may be eligible for extended unemployment benefits if you have received all weeks of your regular benefits.
Unemployment benefits are taxable income and are subject to both Federal Income Tax and State Income Tax where applicable. Each January, TWC mails IRS Form 1099-G to all claimants who were paid benefits in the previous tax year. You can also get your 1099-G information online or by phone.
Learn how income or money you receive can affect your unemployment benefit payments.
Hiring Red, White & You! is a statewide hiring event that connects veterans, transitioning military members, and military spouses to employers across Texas.
Texas Workforce Commission, in collaboration with the Office of the Governor and other Texas state agencies, is committed to raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl. Our goal is to develop and share resources with to help end the opioid crisis and fight fentanyl use in the Lone Star State.
Find an overview of communications an applicant can expect to receive after filing for benefits. It takes about four weeks from the date you apply for benefits to know if you are eligible for benefits.
This page provides information on managing your unemployment benefits password and PIN.
Learn about the ongoing eligibility requirements for receiving unemployment benefits. To continue to be eligible for unemployment benefits, you must be totally or partially unemployed (working part time) and meet all of our requirements.
Learn about TWC's direct deposit services for claimants. Direct deposit is a free service that allows TWC to deposit unemployment benefit payments directly into your personal checking or savings account.