Pandemic Programs

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Unemployment
Pandemic

Ending of Pandemic-Related Programs

On May 11, 2021, Governor Kim Reynolds announced new steps to address Iowa's workforce shortage. Effective June 12, 2021, the State of Iowa ended its participation in federal pandemic-related unemployment benefit programs. The last payable week for most pandemic-related programs was the week ending June 12, 2021.

Program Summaries

During the pandemic, Iowa Workforce Development ran several federally-sponsored programs that provided benefits to Iowans impacted by the pandemic. Most of these services ended on June 12, 2021. However, claimants may still apply for these programs if:

  • The work occurred before June 12, 2021, or
  • They are filing for a wavier or appeal related to these programs.

View the pages below for more information on these programs.