Table of Contents
Texas Workforce Solutions: Help for Job Seekers ................................................... 2
Helpful Numbers .................................................................................................... 2
Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................... 4
Truth in Filing .......................................................................................................... 4
Qualifying for Unemployment Benefits .................................................................. 5
1. Base-Period Wages ...................................................................................... 5
Base-Period Chart ........................................................................................ 6
2. Job Separations ........................................................................................... 7
3. Work Search Requirements ......................................................................... 8
4. Able and Available Requirements ............................................................... 8
Fraud Warnings ...................................................................................................... 8
Investigating Your Claim ......................................................................................... 9
Ending a Disqualification ........................................................................................ 9
Requesting Payment ............................................................................................... 9
The Waiting Week ................................................................................................ 11
Working and Receiving Benefits ........................................................................... 11
Working and Reporting Income ............................................................................ 11
Paying Taxes on Your Benefits .............................................................................. 12
Receiving Correspondence ................................................................................... 12
Staying Eligible for Benefits .................................................................................. 13
Repaying Overpayments ....................................................................................... 14
Protecting Your Privacy ......................................................................................... 14
Other Issues That May Affect Your Eligibility ........................................................ 15
Understanding Your Appeal Rights ....................................................................... 17

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