Florida to require âwork searchâ for unemployment benefits starting June 1
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity said Wednesday the work-search requirement, which was lifted last year because of the coronavirus pandemic, will be reinstated June 1 for new unemployment applicants.
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By Jim Turner
Updated 2 hours ago
TALLAHASSEE â People in Floridaâs unemployment system will have to show they looked for work on a weekly basis after Memorial Day, as the state pushes to get workers back on the job, particularly at restaurants.
Also, a process is being set up for business owners to report unemployment claimants who donât follow the âwork searchâ rule, which will require people to apply for five jobs a week.