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September 21, 2013
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Social Security does not count unemployment benefits as earnings. They do not affect retirement benefits. However, income from Social Security may reduce your unemployment compensation. Contact your state unemployment office for information on how your state applies the reduction
Please be aware that an individual who files for UI benefits must meet specific eligibility requirements before benefits can be paid. Individuals must:
Have received enough wages during the base period to establish a claim.*
Be totally or partially unemployed.
Be unemployed through no fault of his/her own.
Be physically able to work.
Be available for work.
Be ready and willing to immediately accept work.
Be actively looking for work.
Be approved for training before training benefits can be paid.