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UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

Alabama unemployment benefits provide temporary compensation to those workers meeting the eligibility requirements of Alabama law. The Alabama Department of Industrial Relations and each other state's unemployment office administers its own unemployment insurance program within Federal guidelines. Additional information regarding Federal guidelines and state unemployment laws can be found at the U.S. Department of Labor website.

Taxable Wage Base
$8,000
Duration of Benefits
As of December, 2008, The duration of AL unemployment benefits was 15-26 weeks, but benefits can be extended by Alabama during times of high unemployment or other special circumstances.
Average Rate Among Existing Employers
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