Help is on the way if you were denied or didn’t qualify for traditional Ohio unemployment but are out of work because of COVID-19. Ohio, like every state, is in the process of setting up a system for you to apply for and receive federal money through what’s called Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, PUA.
Q: What is Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, or PUA?
A: PUA is a two-pronged, federally funded benefit administered by the states that help people who don’t qualify for traditional state unemployment. The larger benefit — $600 weekly — helps people out of work between March 29 and July 25. The smaller benefit — equivalent in Ohio to the sliding scale of Ohio unemployment, which tops out at $480 for someone with no dependants — is available for 39 weeks, backdated to Feb. 2.
Q: Who is eligible for PUA assistance?
A: Gig workers, the self-employed, part-time workers and others who don’t qualify for Ohio’s regular unemployment benefits. There is no minimum income requirement to qualify for PUA, but you must be in one of 11 categories. Among them, you either quit or were laid off because of COVID-19, you or someone you’re caring for has been diagnosed with COVID-19; or you’re unable to reach your job because of a COVID-19 quarantine. You only must meet one of the requirements. To see the complete list, go to: https://ift.tt/2YwkJkT.
Q: How do I apply for PUA?
A: You can’t yet, but you can preregister. The state hopes to have online registration set up by mid-May. In the meantime, Ohio Job and Family Services urges you to preregister at unemployment.ohio.gov. Click on “Get Started Now.” Pre-registering puts you in a digital line for benefits. When full registration opens, you can log in and finish your application.
Q: If I can’t finish registering until mid-May, will I lose the PUA benefits I’m owed for previous weeks?
A: No. PUA benefits are retroactive to the date you became eligible during the pandemic. People can receive up to 39 weeks of benefits equal to Ohio unemployment, dating back to February. The $600 weekly supplement is only available for weeks between March 29 and July 25.
Q: Can I preregister/apply for PUA if I’ve already applied for unemployment?
A: Yes. Follow the prompts. If you were denied regular unemployment, make sure to answer “yes” on the form when asked. Answer “no” if you’re still waiting to see if your unemployment claim is approved.
Q: How much money will I receive?
A: Ohioans without dependents could receive up to $1,080 per week under PUA through July 25. The $600 part of the federally funded benefit expires after that time. Unemployment ends after 39 weeks of benefits.
Q: If approved, when will I begin to receive PUA benefits?
A: Ohio Job and Family Services hopes to have its PUA system fully functional by mid-May and will start sending out money then.
Q: What information do I need to register online for PUA?
A: Among other things, you’ll need your Social Security number, date of birth, driver’s license or state ID number, a valid email address and telephone number, the dates of your employment, reason for unemployment and bank account numbers for direct deposit.
If you have children or other dependents, you’ll need the same information for them, too. Those who are self-employed must also submit acceptable proof of employment like W-2 forms, recent pay stubs or vouchers, earnings statements or a 2019 tax return.
Q: What if I have more questions?
A: Go to unemployment.ohio.gov and look at the FAQs about expanded eligibility. Ohio Job and Family Services has also set up a call center dedicated solely to answering PUA questions: 833-604-0774.
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