New York State Increases Weekly Unemployment Benefit

New York State has raised the maximum weekly unemployment insurance benefit by almost 73%, increasing it from $504 per week to $869 per week. According to the New York Department of Labor (NY DOL), benefits will increase immediately. 77% of benefit recipients will receive the new maximum, while another 28% of current recipients will see their weekly benefits rise.

In addition, more New Yorkers may become eligible for unemployment insurance benefits. For instance, full-time employees whose weekly hours drop below 30 hours per week may now qualify for partial unemployment insurance benefits if their weekly earnings are below the new $869 maximum benefit entitlement. Also, individuals who are totally unemployed but take on part-time work may remain eligible for partial benefits if their weekly earnings remain less than $869 per week.

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New York State Drastically Increases the Maximum Weekly Unemployment Insurance Benefit