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How Do I Qualify? - Slide 2

How Do I Qualify
 

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 How Do I Qualify?

  • Current benefit year began July 1, 2012
    • Ends June 30, 2013
  • Need earnings of $3,325 in calendar year 2011 to qualify
    • Counting earnings of no more than $1,330 per month
  • New employee needs 5 months' creditable service if base year (2011) is first year as railroad employee

Notes:

  • For benefit year beginning July 1, 2013, need earnings of $3,412.50 in 2012, counting no more than $1,365 per month.
  • If railroad employee's first year of railroad service was 2012, he/she is not eligible for unemployment or sickness benefits until July 1, 2013. Must have 5 months' creditable service in 2012.

 


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Date posted: 08/10/2012
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