An official website of the Washington state government
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If you are impacted by the partial federal government shutdown, you may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits, depending on your situation.
If you are impacted by the partial federal government shutdown, you may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits, depending on your situation.
The Employment Security Department stands ready to assist those affected by the federal government shutdown that began on Oct. 1, 2025.
