State offices will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.

Due to the holiday and your financial institution's schedule, payments may take slightly longer than usual to appear in your account.

Change to Work Search Waiver for claimants on a temporary layoff

Starting Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the waiver will cover the last six weeks before you return to work. In the past, it applied to the first six weeks of unemployment.

This only applies to individuals with a definite return-to-work date with their former or regular employer.

Visit the Resource Website for more Information.

https://www.maine.gov/labor/federalworkers/


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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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