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Unemployment Insurance
The Bureau of Unemployment Compensation contributes to economic stability by providing temporary employer-funded benefits to eligible individuals while they seek re-employment. We operate an accessible, integrity-driven program in a timely and accurate manner.
New to Unemployment?
Already Applied?
Have Questions?
- Federal Worker Unemployment Insurance FAQ
- Claimant Instruction Guide to completing an online interview questionnaire (PDF)
- What does my status mean?
- What is the Work Search requirement?
- How do I verify my identity for my claim?
- What is an overpayment?
- How to change your unemployment account password
- 1099G and Tax information
(PDF) (Word) - All FAQs
- WorkShare for Employers
- WorkShare for Employees
News Releases
- 7/24/2025: CORRECTION: Maine Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage
- 7/23/2025: State Seeks Public Comments on Workforce Development Request for Waiver
- 7/18/2025: The Employment Situation in Maine - June 2025
- 7/16/2025: Unemployment Insurance Guidance and Resources for Laid Off Federal Employees