Are Extended Unemployment Benefits Available In Georgia?

Can I get an extension on my unemployment benefits in Georgia?

Claimants who have exhausted their claim benefits with a benefit year end date on or after 7/1/2019 are potentially eligible for PEUC. PEUC offers an additional 13 weeks of benefits to individuals at their former weekly benefit amount.

Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC)

Will Ga unemployment be extended in 2021?

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law March 11, 2021 to extend unemployment benefits for the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC), Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA), and Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) programs through September 6, 2021.

GDOL COVID-19 Information | Georgia Department of Labor

Will my unemployment be extended automatically?

In most states you will automatically receive the extended benefits if you are eligible. In some cases you might have to contact your state's Unemployment Insurance program.

What if my benefits end? | Worker ReEmployment | CareerOneStop