| Description | Establishes the procedures and requirements for the filing of initial, continued, and partial claims for unemployment compensation. The procedure for disposition of benefit checks payable to a deceased claimant, as-well-as the criteria for obtaining approval of training are also set out. |
| State Authority | Sections 60.2-11 & 623 of the Code of Virginia . |
| Federal Authority | n/a |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation | Promote the prompt, effective, and efficient processing of benefit claims to ensure that benefits are paid when due by ensuring that 87% of all first payments are made within 14 calendar days from the first compensable week claimed. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter. |
| Name / Title: | Ashley Ervin / Policy Planning Spec III |
| Address: |
Virginia Employment Commission 6606 West Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 |
| Email Address: | Ashley.Ervin@vec.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-3020 FAX: ()- TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Amend 60-10(E) | Fast-Track | Stage withdrawn on 06/12/2025 before the Governor's office completed its review. |
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 16 VAC 5-60 Amend Benefits | Fast-Track | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 04/24/2025. |
| 16 VAC 5-60 Amendments for Modernization | Fast-Track | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/19/2023. |
| Amendments to Benefits Regulation | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/03/2002. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2016 Agency Completed | Amend | |
| 12/19/2012 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 3/27/2000 Agency Completed | Amend | |
