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To: i-node who wrote (521747)	10/19/2009 1:45:28 PM
From: tejek	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1580821

Let me make this very clear to you. CA pays a lot of taxes to the fed. gov't. That money goes to bail out states like Arkansas, Miss, Ala etc. If CA falters, this country is in big trouble. So you best be hoping the jobs come back to CA. > You wish Arkansas was so poor. I don't know of anyone here who cannot find a job. I know of two people, both lower-level professionals, who either lost or quick jobs in the last several months and both were able to find good jobs within a week or two. I do know a couple of people who are unemployed and drawing unemployment and not seeking work. "Why the hell would I get a job when I can make $409/week without working????"

To: i-node who wrote (521747)	10/19/2009 1:50:06 PM
From: bentway	2 Recommendations Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1580821

"Why the hell would I get a job when I can make $409/week without working????" Dave, the VAST MAJORITY of unemployed Arkie hillbillies get $73 a week. And that's the very few that qualify for benefits at all. So, most get ZIP. In CA, you can get as much as $450 a week. swz.salary.com Eligibility for Arkansas Unemployment Benefits The basic requirements for collecting unemployment are: You must have been employed. The Arkansas Department Of Workforce Services publishes requirements for wages earned or time worked during an established period of time referred to as a "base period." You must be determined to be unemployed through no fault of your own as defined under Arkansas law. You must file ongoing claims and respond to questions concerning your continued eligibility. You must report any earnings from work and any job offers or refusal of work during any claim period. Meet any other unemployment eligibility requirements of Arkansas law. About Your Unemployment Benefit Check How much? In general, unemployment benefits are based on an individual's earnings in the base period. As of December, 2008, AR benefits ranged from $73 to $409. Arkansas state unemployment benefits are subject to Federal income taxes, and you may elect to have taxes withheld from your unemployment check. How soon? Across the United States, it generally takes two to three weeks to receive your first benefit check after you file your claim. Check with your state unemployment office for details. How long? As of December, 2008, The duration of AR unemployment benefits was 9-26 weeks, but benefits can be extended by Arkansas during times of high unemployment or other special circumstances.