Income Assistance

Texas Unemployment Insurance

Weekly cash benefits for Texans who lost their job through no fault of their own. Apply online with the Texas Workforce Commission. Most claimants receive benefits for up to 26 weeks; you must be actively searching for work.

Potential Benefit

$73–$591/week (up to ~$30,700/year max)

Who Qualifies

Workers laid off or who lost a job through no fault of their own, with sufficient earnings during the base period

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