Florida to end participation in Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation Program

Out of work Floridians are about to see a significant reduction in the unemployment benefits they receive each week.

Effective June 26, Florida will end its participation in the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation program.

“Thanks to Governor DeSantis’ leadership, Florida’s economy has bounced back tremendously with over 460,000 jobs available throughout our state and the strongest economic conditions in the nation,” said Dane Eagle, Secretary of the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. “Florida’s employers are also seeing employment growth, as more Floridians, including some who completely left the workforce, are now eagerly reentering the workforce. Transitioning away from this benefit will help meet the demands of small and large businesses who are ready to hire and expand their workforce.”

The change means Florida’s total unemployment benefits will go from $575 per week down to $275 per week.

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