“I moved from another state and have an unemployment claim in that state. They sent me a notice that says that I must register for work at a public state employment office in my area. How do I register?”

Since your claim is with the other state, but you now live in a different one, you need to register for work with the public state employment office in your current state of residence. This is generally a requirement for all “interstate claimants” (people who move to a new state while filing a claim with their old one).

Here are the steps you should take:

1. Identify Your Current State’s Workforce Agency/Job Service:
   • Search online for the official state agency responsible for workforce services, job service, or unemployment benefits in the state you currently live in. Common names include “Department of Labor,” “Workforce Commission,” or “Employment Security Department.”
2. Locate Their Job Search Registration Site:
   • Look on that agency’s website for links like:
     • “Register for Work”
     • “Job Seeker Services”
     • The name of their state-specific job board (e.g., “WorkInTexas.com,” “NCWorks.gov,” “CalJOBS”).
3. Complete the Registration:
   • Follow the instructions to create an account and complete your work registration profile. This will likely involve:
     • Entering your personal information.
     • Creating a job-seeking profile or resume.
     • You may also be required to attend an orientation or create a reemployment plan.
4. Confirm the Action with the Claiming State:
   • Once you have registered for work in your new state, you need to confirm this with the state that is paying your unemployment benefits (the original state).
   • Check the notice they sent you for specific instructions on how to submit proof of registration. You may need to:
     • Log into your online unemployment account for the claiming state.
     • Mail a form to the claiming state.
     • Call their Interstate Claims Unit to ask for their exact reporting procedure.

Crucial Tip: Save a copy of your registration confirmation (a screenshot, an email confirmation, or a printout of your completed profile) as proof. Failure to register within the time frame specified on your notice will likely result in a denial or delay of your benefits.