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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.
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- Claimant Instruction Guide to completing an online interview questionnaire (PDF)
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- 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
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News Releases
- 5/26/2023: For Immediate Release - May 26, 2023
- 5/25/2023: Maine Senate Confirms New and Returning Members to Maine's State Workforce Board
- 5/22/2023: Maine Departments of Labor & Economic and Community Development to Host The Maine Employer Summit in Augusta
- 5/19/2023: The Employment Situation in Maine - April 2023