Kansas Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: How Do I File A Claim For Unemployment Insurance Benefits?
  A: You may file a new claim or reopen an existing claim for unemployment insurance through the on­line Internet claim application or by telephone through a regional … More
• Q: How Is My Benefit Amount Calculated?
  A: If you have sufficient earnings from insured work to establish benefits, you will be entitled to receive benefits for weeks you are either totally or partially … More
• Q: How Do I File Weekly Claims For Benefits?
  A: Claims for benefits are filed for calendar weeks, beginning on Sunday and ending on Saturday. To be paid benefits, you must file a weekly claim each week after the … More
• Q: What Is A One-Week Waiting Period?
  A: You must serve a one­week waiting period for each new claim or benefit year. To count as your waiting period week, you must file a claim and be entitled to … More
• Q: Can I Work Part Time And Receive Benefits?
  A: You may receive some benefits for a week in which you work less than full time. You must look for and be able and available to work full time. You may earn up to 25 … More
• Q: Will Other Income Reduce My Benefits?
  A: Vacation, holiday and severance pay reduce your benefits when paid under certain conditions. If you receive these types of pay when you leave your job, you must … More
• Q: What Are Extended Benefits?
  A: When either the national or Kansas unemployment rate exceeds a certain level, you may be entitled to additional weeks of benefits after you use all regular benefits. … More
• Q: Are My Benefits Taxable?
  A: Unemployment insurance benefits are subject to federal and state income taxes. When you file your claim, you will have the option to have federal income tax withheld … More
• Q: Can I Get Help Finding A Job?
  A: You may obtain assistance finding work through a local workforce development center or Job Service office. To receive job placement assistance, you must register for … More
• Q: What Can I Do If I Am Denied Unemployment Benefits?
  A: If you disagree with the determination, you may file an appeal. Your appeal rights and time limits for filing an appeal are explained on each determination. You will … More

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