Unemployment Resources
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Claimant Handbook
The full guide on eligibility, requirements, and other important things to know when receiving unemployment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your most common questions (and answers) related to unemployment insurance.
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Verifying Your Identity
You will need to verify your identity as part of receiving benefits, which is completed through ID.me while you file.
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Weekly Reemployment Steps
If you're receiving unemployment, you are required to take weekly steps that help you prepare to reenter the workforce.
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UI Payment Options
The options that you have to receive unemployment benefits, including a debit card or direct deposit.
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UI Terms and Definitions
Common terms and definitions related to unemployment insurance.
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UI Law and Administrative Rules
Information on relevant laws and rules related to unemployment insurance.
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UI Protested Claim Information
Information on the process of a protested unemployment claim.
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Reemployment Case Management (RCM)
Information about the successful RCM program that provides one-on-one support much earlier in the unemployment process.
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
Information on the DUA program, which provides assistance to Iowans who become unemployed as result of a major disaster.
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1099-G Forms
Information on the forms that document the unemployment benefits you have received in a given year, for tax purposes.
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UI Pandemic Programs
Historical information on the federally-sponsored programs that provided benefits to those impacted by the pandemic.
