http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/feed/? Latest topics Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:27:07 GMT 10 http://hitskin.com/themes/12/51/63/i_logo.jpg http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/feed/? http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/new-federal-benefits-legislation-for-2010-please-use-this-thread-for-all-discussion-t172.htm nancym This is similar to a previous post about NELP and their efforts to push for new legislation. Those who are running out of benefits in January are especially encouraged to respond. -------------------------NELP email------------------------------ Hi Nancy, We previously spoke about individuals losing their benefits in January 2010. NELP is looking for people to tell their stories so Congress knows how important it is to reauthorize the Recovery Act as soon as possible. If you know ... Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:52:21 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/new-federal-benefits-legislation-for-2010-please-use-this-thread-for-all-discussion-t172.htm#2016 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/new-federal-benefits-legislation-for-2010-please-use-this-thread-for-all-discussion-t172.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/china-s-appeal-to-an-american-co-t187.htm MerryL http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/18/business/global/18research.html?src=me&ref=general I was kinda surprised to read the numbers below --- Xi’an — a city about 600 miles southwest of Beijing known for the discovery nearby of 2,200-year-old terra cotta warriors — has 47 universities and other institutions of higher learning, churning out engineers with master’s degrees who can be hired for $730 a month. Off-Topic Discussions Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:27:07 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/china-s-appeal-to-an-american-co-t187.htm#3475 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/china-s-appeal-to-an-american-co-t187.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/health-care-initiatives-in-the-world-of-the-unemployed-t36.htm sc4ram I saw a couple of posts on the other topic threads on Health Care. Since UIO has generously configured an off-topic board for such discussions I thought I might give it a try. I’ve (unfortunately) had time to watch and read a lot of reporting on this and went to a town hall meeting on the pending Health Care initiatives this past Tuesday. This seems to be an awfully emotionally charged issue for some people. I hope we can take a factual unemotional approach to this. What ... Off-Topic Discussions Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:51:59 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/health-care-initiatives-in-the-world-of-the-unemployed-t36.htm#791 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/health-care-initiatives-in-the-world-of-the-unemployed-t36.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/this-reporter-gets-it-t186.htm GonzoFL
http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2010/03/unemployed-insurance-isnt-charity-its-stimulus/37622/]]> Off-Topic Discussions Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:26:22 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/this-reporter-gets-it-t186.htm#3459 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/this-reporter-gets-it-t186.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-euc-discussion-ongoing-t119.htm Unemployed In Orlando Please use this thread for questions about the new EUC benefit extension which recently passed in HR3548 only. ]]> Latest UC, EB, EUC & AWI News Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:37:58 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-euc-discussion-ongoing-t119.htm#1778 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-euc-discussion-ongoing-t119.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/new-jobs-to-network-t34.htm Unemployed In Orlando ]]> Employment Networking Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:25:05 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/new-jobs-to-network-t34.htm#744 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/new-jobs-to-network-t34.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/florida-job-fair-listings-t164.htm nancym Senator George Lemieux, Crist's appointed temporary senator, has started using a part of his official Senate website to serve as a small center for job resources for both employers and job-seekers in Florida. Although I disagree with Republican LeMieux on a whole host of issues, I have to admit he has had some good ideas, and generally seems to be a decent Congressman who actually takes the job seriously. (Remember Crist, the guy we all sort of liked, until he receded into the woodwork last year ... Employment Networking Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:31:30 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/florida-job-fair-listings-t164.htm#2964 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/florida-job-fair-listings-t164.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/sothey-acknowledge-there-is-a-problemnowwhat-are-you-going-to-do-about-it-t184.htm GonzoFL http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aXaMufrB.FA0]]> Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:49:49 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/sothey-acknowledge-there-is-a-problemnowwhat-are-you-going-to-do-about-it-t184.htm#3428 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/sothey-acknowledge-there-is-a-problemnowwhat-are-you-going-to-do-about-it-t184.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-eb-discussion-ongoing-t1.htm Unemployed In Orlando Please feel free to keep a rolling discussion in here : ) Latest UC, EB, EUC & AWI News Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:18:30 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-eb-discussion-ongoing-t1.htm#1 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-eb-discussion-ongoing-t1.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/awi-issues-t185.htm Unemployed In Orlando Latest article from Jim Stratton - http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-unemployment-failing-standards-20100316,0,1596049.story Jobs agency says feds keep bulk of program funding By Jim Stratton, ORLANDO SENTINEL 2:52 PM EDT, March 16, 2010 State unemployment officials have blamed their failure to meet key federal performance standards on a funding formula that takes 68 percent of the money that Florida sends to Washington, D.C., to pay for the system and funnels it to other ... Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:50:22 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/awi-issues-t185.htm#3433 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/awi-issues-t185.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/republican-rep-ginny-brown-waite-is-a-hosehead-t183.htm GonzoFL I recently wrote to my U S Rep. Brown-Waite in regard to extending benefit WEEKS for we the unemployed who have or are about to run out of benefits. So what do I get...a canned response on the Federal reserve and banking regulations. I mean come on....couldn't she or one of here zillion aides at least write back with something on point....the bitch is clueless....NO SOUP FOR HER!! Dear................. Thank you for bringing your concerns to my attention. I appreciate the time you took ... Off-Topic Discussions Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:54:03 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/republican-rep-ginny-brown-waite-is-a-hosehead-t183.htm#3419 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/republican-rep-ginny-brown-waite-is-a-hosehead-t183.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/help-from-state-agencies-or-other-organizations-f8/health-care-resources-t47.htm sc4ram If you are really broke and need health care, there are local options that you may not be aware of because they are not advertised. I could not continue my expensive private plan as of February 1, 2009, so I looked around for other options, especially dental. I found very little help with dental, but I found a good option for general medical care. I am 62, and I'm sure there are others in my shoes, since we cannot get Medicare yet. If you live in Broward County (other counties may have similar ... Help from State Agencies or Other Organizations Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:48:09 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/help-from-state-agencies-or-other-organizations-f8/health-care-resources-t47.htm#174 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/help-from-state-agencies-or-other-organizations-f8/health-care-resources-t47.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/perspectives-thank-you-nancy-t116.htm sc4ram I put this over as a reply to the recent legislation thread as we were getting close running off topic Nancy- Thanks for reading my post and resonding. Just a couple of clarifications to your post (you are welcome to challange them if you dont think they are correct) . I believe the Defense Authorizatoin bill is essentially the budget for the DOD (Pentagon) . In previous years the war funding was done under a separate off budget "supplimental", I believe that when the ... Off-Topic Discussions Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:52:37 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/perspectives-thank-you-nancy-t116.htm#1739 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/perspectives-thank-you-nancy-t116.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/shame-shame-shame-t182.htm Unemployed In Orlando
http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-13/news/os-magic-arena-furnishings-20100313_1_new-arena-magic-executives-amway-arena]]> Off-Topic Discussions Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:15:20 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/shame-shame-shame-t182.htm#3381 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/shame-shame-shame-t182.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/become-an-active-member-today-f9/site-disclosure-t181.htm Unemployed In Orlando Posts are not the opinion nor endorsed by the forum administrators or moderators. The site is a place for users to share their own personal opinions and stories. By registering as a member of this site, or browsing as a guest to the site, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of forumotion.com

Please keep all posts in a civil context or you will be banned. ]]> ***Become An Active Member Today*** Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:50:05 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/become-an-active-member-today-f9/site-disclosure-t181.htm#3373 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/become-an-active-member-today-f9/site-disclosure-t181.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/fight-back-florida-t180.htm ThatGirl03 From my growing research into the problems with FL Unemployment Compensation and Claims, there are Floridians out there that believe AWI is intentionally denying initial claims, and making intentional repeated "errors" to delay processing earned benefits to Floridians in need because the AWI is running out of funds to pay people. The most recent "error" in my case is AWI stopped my benefits in Febrruary 2010, and they are now billing me for ' overpayment' of the monies ... Off-Topic Discussions Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:23:42 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/fight-back-florida-t180.htm#3370 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/fight-back-florida-t180.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/new-government-program-to-be-available-soon-t179.htm GonzoFL Subject: New Congressional Programs for Citizens over 50 Years Old Due to the current financial situation caused by the slowdown in the economy, Congress has decided to implement a scheme to put workers of 50 years of age and above on early retirement, thus creating jobs and reducing unemployment. This scheme will be known as RAPE (Retire Aged People Early). Persons selected to be RAPED can apply to Congress to be considered for the SHAFT program (Special Help After Forced Termination). Persons ... Off-Topic Discussions Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:31:37 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/new-government-program-to-be-available-soon-t179.htm#3339 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/new-government-program-to-be-available-soon-t179.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/pbs-looking-for-people-to-profile-t178.htm DianeLE Hi, I am a producer for the PBS NewsHour (formerly The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer), the nightly news program on public broadcasting. We're coming to Florida to do a series of stories later this month. One story we are planning is on unemployment. I'm looking for people to profile for the story. We'd like to interview people about your experience being unemployed and about problems or issues you have encountered getting unemployment benefits. We are planning to do this in or near Orlando,Tampa, ... Off-Topic Discussions Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:21:06 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/pbs-looking-for-people-to-profile-t178.htm#3324 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/pbs-looking-for-people-to-profile-t178.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-new-unemployment-claims-ongoing-t70.htm Unemployed In Orlando If you have filed a new regular unemployment claim, please post in this topic only. The other topics are for EB (Extended Benefits), Appeals, Etc. Thanks ]]> Latest UC, EB, EUC & AWI News Fri, 04 Sep 2009 21:22:26 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-new-unemployment-claims-ongoing-t70.htm#1031 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/latest-uc-eb-euc-awi-news-f1/general-new-unemployment-claims-ongoing-t70.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/fall-2009-unemployment-extension-possible-t26.htm Unemployed In Orlando Since EB has been "turned on" for many of us I thought I would have some fun and speculate what the future may bring. (We shouldnt forget about our many brothers and sisters out there who are not yet receiving EB benefits and I wish them well, many thanks to UIO for his good work in that regard) Ideally, when EB expires, we will all be gainfully employed thus negating the need for such discussions. Just in case that is not the scenerio, I thought I would offer my speculation ... Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Fri, 17 Jul 2009 17:39:11 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/fall-2009-unemployment-extension-possible-t26.htm#281 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/fall-2009-unemployment-extension-possible-t26.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/become-an-active-member-today-f9/why-register-t54.htm Unemployed In Orlando Please register on our site by clicking 'Register' at the top of the main page, this will allow you to post in the threads, unlock cool forum features, view all content and much more. If you have an idea for a new thread or category, please feel free to let me know by email or private message (PM). We appreciate your contributions within this community! Please stay on topic within threads. We are glad you are here and look forward to talking to you soon! ***Become An Active Member Today*** Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:08:43 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/become-an-active-member-today-f9/why-register-t54.htm#946 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/become-an-active-member-today-f9/why-register-t54.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/learning-excel-basics-t176.htm Robyn I need quick advice. I have Excel but never needed to use it. I doubt I'll need to be an expert, but I might need the basics to keep track of projects and hours. Can I teach myself - or should I sign up w/ Lynda.com or something comparable? Thanks! Training And Education Sun, 28 Feb 2010 21:21:54 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/learning-excel-basics-t176.htm#3179 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/learning-excel-basics-t176.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/creating-jobs-by-cutting-taxes-is-gop-plan-for-fla-legislative-session-t177.htm JJ in Florida http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/state/creating-jobs-by-cutting-taxes-is-gop-plan-307006.html]]> Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:41:09 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/creating-jobs-by-cutting-taxes-is-gop-plan-for-fla-legislative-session-t177.htm#3205 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/creating-jobs-by-cutting-taxes-is-gop-plan-for-fla-legislative-session-t177.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/awi-contacts-f5/awi-contact-numbers-t3.htm Unemployed In Orlando
Of course the standard AWI contact number -

800-204-2418 - AWI Contact Line]]> AWI - Contacts Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:06:06 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/awi-contacts-f5/awi-contact-numbers-t3.htm#4 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/awi-contacts-f5/awi-contact-numbers-t3.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/i-want-a-job-i-am-qualified-i-am-out-of-funds-and-luckwhat-is-next-time-t175.htm katattack I was laid off in Nov 2008 the first to go in a business I helped build as a manager, which is why I was cut loose, make sense? Cut my hours down to nothing then get rid of me altogether. Better to have a person (in high school) willing or able to take minimum wage (who also showed up for work when ever they felt like it)? Well working many many years in retail ,learning to be the best at what I do, and in management, along with adult responsibilities, I can not do that , but then again ... Off-Topic Discussions Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:27:43 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/i-want-a-job-i-am-qualified-i-am-out-of-funds-and-luckwhat-is-next-time-t175.htm#3175 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/i-want-a-job-i-am-qualified-i-am-out-of-funds-and-luckwhat-is-next-time-t175.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/homeless-strategy-t173.htm studioWI
Sigh.]]> Off-Topic Discussions Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:44:54 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/homeless-strategy-t173.htm#3132 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/homeless-strategy-t173.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/miami-2-jobs-development-comm-spclst-graphic-designer-t174.htm Robyn 1) Development and Communications Specialist at Florida Immigrant Advocacy Center (Miami) http://www.fiacfla.org Contact: Cheryl Little, Executive Director Florida Immigrant Advocacy Center 3000 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 400 Miami, FL 33137 send to Cheryl: info @ fiacfla.org 2) Graphic Designer at Magaya Corporation (Miami) http://www.magaya.com/company/index.aspx Contact: Gabriel Ruz, Vice President of Business Development Magaya Corp. 8725 NW 18th Terrace, Suite 209 Miami, FL 33172 gruz ... Employment Networking Sun, 28 Feb 2010 05:50:51 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/miami-2-jobs-development-comm-spclst-graphic-designer-t174.htm#3172 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/miami-2-jobs-development-comm-spclst-graphic-designer-t174.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/new-program-aims-to-put-floridians-back-to-work-t148.htm sc4ram http://www.miamiherald.com/news/florida/AP/story/1397797.html]]> Employment Networking Sat, 26 Dec 2009 04:58:31 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/new-program-aims-to-put-floridians-back-to-work-t148.htm#2757 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/new-program-aims-to-put-floridians-back-to-work-t148.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/training-education-t72.htm Unemployed In Orlando ]]> Training And Education Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:54:36 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/training-education-t72.htm#1098 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/training-education-t72.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/a-special-thanks-t167.htm Unemployed In Orlando We are approaching 3000 posts and 500 registered users, not to count the nearly 1000 per week guest logins!! I would like to thank everyone who has registered and contributed to our page over the last 7 months, it has truly helped many people who had few other options to turn to for information ]]> Off-Topic Discussions Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:23:57 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/a-special-thanks-t167.htm#3038 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/a-special-thanks-t167.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/america-s-dirty-little-secret-t171.htm GonzoFL http://www.huffingtonpost.com/leo-hindery-jr/americas-dirty-little-sec_b_473026.html]]> Off-Topic Discussions Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:06:16 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/america-s-dirty-little-secret-t171.htm#3100 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/america-s-dirty-little-secret-t171.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/retirement-plans-t168.htm sc4ram Just a FYI here, (but I find this alarming) , according to the Business Week article (link below) the government has floated a request for public comment on converting 401Ks and IRAs to annuities (ie you would surrender your 401K or IRA to the government in lieu of a monthly annuity check). Normally I would dismiss this as urban legend, but the powers at be appear to be in such a panic to raise revenues, it smacks of reality. Suggest that if you communicate with your elected representatives ... Off-Topic Discussions Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:20:14 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/retirement-plans-t168.htm#3063 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/retirement-plans-t168.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/states-jobless-funds-are-being-drained-in-recession-t145.htm sc4ram
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/12/21/AR2009122103269.html?hpid=topnews]]> Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Wed, 23 Dec 2009 05:35:30 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/states-jobless-funds-are-being-drained-in-recession-t145.htm#2740 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/states-jobless-funds-are-being-drained-in-recession-t145.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/this-was-posted-today-on-awi-s-home-page-t166.htm GonzoFL February 16, 2010 FAC Program Eligibility Deadline February 28 Under current law, Federal Additional Compensation payments of $25 weekly, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, will not be available to people whose claims are effective after February 28, 2010. If your claim began prior to February 28, you will continue to receive the additional $25 weekly until your claim ends or until the program ends September 4, 2010, whichever comes first. The U.S. Congress is currently ... Off-Topic Discussions Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:36:26 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/this-was-posted-today-on-awi-s-home-page-t166.htm#3016 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/this-was-posted-today-on-awi-s-home-page-t166.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/fl-sequence-of-unemployment-benefits-t22.htm nancym FLORIDA SEQUENCE OF UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS - COMPLETELY REVISED 12/1/09--updated again on 12/19/09, after passage of new law: I see we have a lot of new people coming to this forum lately with the continued awful employment situation. Recent changes to the EUC Tiers, along with upcoming expiration dates on some programs, have changed this sequence of benefits substantially, and where you are in your benefits will determine what the future sequence will be for any individual. For anyone ... Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Wed, 15 Jul 2009 16:20:00 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/fl-sequence-of-unemployment-benefits-t22.htm#175 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/fl-sequence-of-unemployment-benefits-t22.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/hr-155-to-suspend-taxes-on-unemployment-t31.htm help Here's the bill for HR155. This will suspend Taxes on unemployment. I got this from Open Congress. It would be good if this is approve too when then come back. To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to suspend the taxation of unemployment compensation for 2 years. ‘ Bill # H.R.155 Original Sponsor: John McHugh (R-NY 23rd) Cosponsor Total: 43 (last sponsor added 07/28/2009) 7 Democrats 36 Republicans About This Legislation: 1/6/2009–Introduced. Suspension ... Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Sat, 08 Aug 2009 13:24:11 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/hr-155-to-suspend-taxes-on-unemployment-t31.htm#426 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/hr-155-to-suspend-taxes-on-unemployment-t31.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/tier-four-questions-t159.htm gloriie i just had a few questions since everyone here seems to be so awesomely knowledgeable... 1. once tier 4 runs out then what? is that when you go to EB? or is the tier 4 EB itself? 2. the learn return earn program...do we know what area's of studies this will cover? i am currently going to school for elementary education and from what i understand its not covered.(like Florida doesn't need teachers, right?} 3. do we know if there are going to be any new bills passed to increase benefits? Thanks ... Training And Education Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:07:35 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/tier-four-questions-t159.htm#2882 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/tier-four-questions-t159.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/it-could-be-worse-we-could-live-in-haiti-t161.htm sc4ram Just a side note, that the Duffys Sports Bar chain is accepting and matching monetary donations at their locations for Haiti earthquake relief. I (as Im sure most of you) are not in a position to be a philanthropist , but I made a small donation today knowing the Duffys would double my nothing and make it something. Those poor people didnt have a economy before the earthquake let alone now, and they will have no unemployment extension to ponder. My interest here is not only humane but ... Off-Topic Discussions Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:50:55 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/it-could-be-worse-we-could-live-in-haiti-t161.htm#2903 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/it-could-be-worse-we-could-live-in-haiti-t161.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/florida-legislature-possible-new-benefits-t163.htm nancym [Please use this thread for discussion of any Florida state legislative action or debate related to unemployment benefits.] I'll know more later, but I just heard from a local attorney who helps NELP with Florida legislative advocacy that there are a couple of programs they intend to push this coming legislative session. One is the expansion of unemployment benefits that was attempted last spring but failed to pass, leaving up to $450 million federal dollars on the table. Notice that ... Senate Bills, State Policies & Federal Initiatives Thu, 04 Feb 2010 01:35:43 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/florida-legislature-possible-new-benefits-t163.htm#2954 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/senate-bills-state-policies-federal-initiatives-f6/florida-legislature-possible-new-benefits-t163.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/filing-tax-returns-with-unemployment-income-t162.htm Unemployed In Orlando ]]> Off-Topic Discussions Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:44:33 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/filing-tax-returns-with-unemployment-income-t162.htm#2942 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/filing-tax-returns-with-unemployment-income-t162.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/report-stimulus-saves-creates-87700-fla-jobs-t160.htm JJ in Florida
Is this for REAL?!?!?!?

http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=9637422

"It credits 25,186 full-time-equivalent jobs directly to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act although 53,772 workers benefited."

I didn't "qualify" for the jobs being offered (sigh)]]> Off-Topic Discussions Sat, 23 Jan 2010 03:34:45 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/report-stimulus-saves-creates-87700-fla-jobs-t160.htm#2883 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/report-stimulus-saves-creates-87700-fla-jobs-t160.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/crist-says-he-ll-delay-unemployment-comp-tax-hike-t158.htm JJ in Florida
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/florida/AP/story/1438663.html

Perhaps small businesses will start hiring again, we hope...]]> Off-Topic Discussions Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:07:54 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/crist-says-he-ll-delay-unemployment-comp-tax-hike-t158.htm#2881 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/crist-says-he-ll-delay-unemployment-comp-tax-hike-t158.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/green-job-training-available-t156.htm sc4ram http://www.orlandosentinel.com/features/career/sfl-ask-career,0,6829725.story?page=1]]> Training And Education Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:26:02 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/green-job-training-available-t156.htm#2869 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/green-job-training-available-t156.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/training-options-for-the-unemployed-t73.htm nancym every resume that shows up on their desks, please use this thread to post any sources for training, free classes, internships, stimulus funds programs for training, apprenticeships, or employment, or other stuff like that.]]> Training And Education Tue, 01 Sep 2009 01:03:32 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/training-options-for-the-unemployed-t73.htm#932 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/training-and-education-f10/training-options-for-the-unemployed-t73.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/late-payments-t155.htm BillTamBay
Bill]]> Off-Topic Discussions Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:09:38 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/late-payments-t155.htm#2856 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/late-payments-t155.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/claiming-unemployment-on-taxes-t153.htm mom4x thanks]]> Off-Topic Discussions Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:11:50 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/claiming-unemployment-on-taxes-t153.htm#2837 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/claiming-unemployment-on-taxes-t153.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/mortgage-refinancing-t152.htm am Is anyone having success with mortgage refinancing? We have been sending in monthly paperwork and calling since March 2009 with no offers from a negotiator. When we call "the number" we are told over and over "our paperwork is being reviewed and a negotiator will call us". Nothing ever happens. We cannot call and speak to a negotiator. Remember the episode in SATC when Big said she can call me but i can't reach her? This is it! Any suggestions? Off-Topic Discussions Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:56:01 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/mortgage-refinancing-t152.htm#2835 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/mortgage-refinancing-t152.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/unemployment-tax-slams-florida-businesses-t151.htm JJ in Florida
http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20100119/BREAKINGNEWS/100119011/1006/NEWS01/Unemployment+tax+slams+Florida+businesses]]> Off-Topic Discussions Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:06:06 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/unemployment-tax-slams-florida-businesses-t151.htm#2831 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/off-topic-discussions-f3/unemployment-tax-slams-florida-businesses-t151.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/2-new-luxury-hotels-open-door-for-new-jobs-in-orlando-t93.htm Unemployed In Orlando
http://www.cfnews13.com/Business/LocalBusinessHeadlines/2009/10/1/wraps_taken_off_disneyarea_waldorfastoria_hilton.html?cid=rss#]]> Employment Networking Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:46:11 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/2-new-luxury-hotels-open-door-for-new-jobs-in-orlando-t93.htm#1336 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/2-new-luxury-hotels-open-door-for-new-jobs-in-orlando-t93.htm http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/scsep-aarp-experience-works-programs-t124.htm nancym For those over 50: I've posted info about this before, but Cindermaid on the OC forum posted this link today for a website that gives a bit more about programs for those over 50. The website is for two programs, one for 55 and over, another for between 50 and 62. They are employment programs, low pay and only temporary, but possibly an opportunity for those who have nothing coming in, or are up against just a few weeks of benefits. (You have to be out of benefits to qualify for these programs, ... Employment Networking Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:54:07 GMT http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/scsep-aarp-experience-works-programs-t124.htm#1989 http://unemployed-florida.topdiscussion.com/employment-networking-f4/scsep-aarp-experience-works-programs-t124.htm