The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) in counties impacted by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 26. Counties included in our area are Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, Tyler and Walker Counties.
Workers and self-employed individuals in the designated counties who have been unable to work due to damage sustained from the severe weather may be eligible for DUA benefits. Individuals can apply for benefits online through Unemployment Benefit Services at twc.texas.gov/programs/unemployment-benefits or by calling TWC at (800) 939-6631 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Individuals should specify that their applications are related to the damage caused by severe weather. Applications for DUA benefits under this declaration must be submitted by July 16, 2024.
