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IWD Announces Modernized Unemployment System to Improve Experience for Iowans

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has formally announced a new, modernized unemployment system that will make it easier for Iowans to file for benefits.

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May 27, 2025
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New Unemployment System in IowaWORKS
Unemployment

Reporting Fraud

IWD thanks you for your efforts in combating unemployment fraud and abuse. Watch out for fraudulent websites, phishing attempts or scams and report them to IWD.

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How Do I File for Unemployment?

If you’ve lost your job, Iowa Workforce Development is here to help and has the tools you need to begin your reemployment path.

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Unemployment Insurance: Federal Overpayment Recovery

The following page covers information on circumstances of overpayment with pandemic-related unemployment programs, including the waiver process.

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Pandemic

Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC)

Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) is a federally-funded UI benefit program. The last payable week for FPUC was the week ending June 12, 2021.

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Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC)

Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) is a federally-funded UI benefit program. The last payable week for PEUC was the week ending June 12, 2021.

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Pandemic

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is a federal pandemic-related UI benefit program. The last payable week for PUA is the week ending June 12, 2021.

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Pandemic Programs

Information on federally-sponsored programs that provided benefits to Iowans impacted by the pandemic.

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Unemployment Insurance Appeals

Learn how individuals and employers can file an appeal on any fact-finding unemployment insurance (UI) decision.

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Unemployment Insurance Law and Administrative Rules

Relevant laws and rules around unemployment insurance.

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Notice of Separations and Job Refusals

IWD tracks instances when workers leave or refuse employment, or when unemployment claimants refuse legitimate job offers or interviews. Find resources here.

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Apply for Unemployment Benefits

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) supports Iowans unemployment insurance (UI) benefits. Apply in just a few steps and begin your path to reemployment.

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File Your Weekly Claim

File your weekly claim to continue receiving unemployment insurance benefits. Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM

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Identity Verification 

Instructions on identity verification. IWD must be able to verify your identity in order to be paid unemployment insurance benefits.

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