Notice: While unemployment insurance payments have not been impacted by the federal government shutdown at this time, November benefits for FoodShare members have been reduced due to the ongoing shutdown. For questions about using FoodShare benefits, information about benefit delays, or help finding food assistance resources, visit:
Wisconsin Department of Health Services' FoodShare webpage

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Unemployment Benefits for Claimants

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Notice: Some people who received Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and filed an initial claim for Wisconsin unemployment benefits may be eligible for past benefits.

If you have become unemployed or partially unemployed, you may apply for unemployment benefits online. File weekly claims to receive benefit payments after requirements are met.

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