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Has anyone checked if Florida is doing any state-level tax breaks for unemployment? I know we don't have state income tax, but just wondering if there might be something else at the state level I'm missing?
Florida doesn't have state income tax, so there's no state-level tax refund for unemployment benefits. The only tax considerations for unemployment in Florida are at the federal level through the IRS.
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Remember to keep up with your work search requirements (5 per week) and claim your weeks on time. The CONNECT system will lock you out if you miss claiming weeks, and you'll need to contact DEO to reactivate your claim. While the benefit amount is lower without federal supplements, you can maximize your chances of receiving all eligible state benefits by staying on top of the requirements.
Thanks for the reminder. I've been documenting all my job applications and interviews. Quick question - do LinkedIn job applications count as work search activities?
Yes, LinkedIn applications count as work search activities as long as you document them properly with the employer name, job title, date of application, and method of contact. Any reasonable job application effort counts, whether it's through LinkedIn, Indeed, company websites, or in-person applications.
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My neighbor works at DEO (not in claims but in IT) and she says the system is SUPER backed up right now because they did some kind of software update in June that messed up a lot of things. Apparently they're going through and fixing accounts manually but there's a huge backlog. Might be why you're still waiting even though you paid the overpayment.
This is accurate. The CONNECT system underwent a major update on June 8-10, and there have been numerous issues with payment processing since then. They're working through a backlog of accounts that need manual review, particularly ones with overpayment history. If you can get through to a claims specialist, ask them to check if your account is flagged for the "post-update payment review queue" - that's apparently what they're calling it internally.
UPDATE: I finally got through! Used the 7:30am trick and asked specifically for a Tier 2 representative who could access the BPC system. Had to be firm but polite. The claims specialist confirmed exactly what was mentioned here - my overpayment showed as satisfied in BPC but there was a hold in CONNECT that needed manual removal. She processed it while I was on the phone and said I should see payments in 2-3 business days for all my back weeks! Thank you all so much for the advice - especially about using their internal terminology and calling right when they open.
thx for updating! gonna try the same thing tomorrow morning!!
Great news! This is exactly how the process is supposed to work. For anyone else reading this thread with similar issues, make sure to specify you need someone who can access BPC when you call. That terminology seems to be the key to getting transferred to the right department.
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I tried that Claimyr service the other person mentioned when my benefits got stuck in adjudication. It actually did work - got me through to someone at DEO when I'd been trying for weeks. The DEO rep told me they're getting hammered with fraudulent claims right now because of some data breach (not DEO's fault). They're extra cautious with new claims from people who haven't claimed before, especially if you're over 55 since scammers often target seniors' identities.
That makes sense I guess, but still frustrating. I might try that service as a last resort if the email and CareerSource options don't pan out. Did they ask you for any personal information beyond what you'd already given DEO?
After you get this resolved, make sure you set up Multi-Factor Authentication on your CONNECT account if you haven't already. It's under "Account Security" in your profile settings. This helps prevent future fraud flags. Also, once your account is unlocked, you'll need to claim all those missed weeks immediately - there's only a 14-day window to claim past weeks once they become available again.
Thank you for that tip about the 14-day window! I had no idea there was a time limit once it gets fixed. I'll definitely set up that multi-factor authentication too. Really appreciate everyone's help here - feeling a bit less desperate now.
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To directly answer your question: You will receive the federal enhancement for any week you claim that ended before the program expiration date. The date you request payment or when the money actually arrives in your account doesn't affect your eligibility. Something else to be aware of: Make sure you're also prepared for the transition back to regular state benefits only. This means: 1. Your weekly benefit amount will decrease by $300 2. You'll still need to complete 5 work search activities each week 3. Regular state benefits (RA) will continue until you exhaust your balance or benefit year ends If you anticipate financial hardship after the federal enhancement ends, Florida has various assistance programs for utilities, housing, and food that you may qualify for. Check the DEO website for resources or contact your local CareerSource office for guidance on additional support programs.
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Sofia Perez
•Thank you for this detailed explanation. I've been applying to jobs but my industry (hospitality) still isn't fully staffed up in my area. I'll definitely look into those other assistance programs too since losing the $300 is going to make things really tight.
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Dmitry Smirnov
this happened to me last time benefits changed and I still got the money like 4 days after the cutoff date so dont worry about it
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Sofia Perez
•That's reassuring to hear. I'm hoping my experience will be the same.
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