State Sen. Randolph Bracy is calling for changes to Florida’s unemployment benefits systems following the flood of problems experienced by people applying for aid in the wake of layoffs and furloughs related to COVID-19. "Florida has one of the lowest unemployment compensation packages in the country.
We only allow for 12 weeks of unemployment benefits, and we only allow for $275 a week maximum," said the Orlando Democrat. "So I think its time for us to totally revamp our unemployment package system for our residents." The legislator said he's pushing for a minimum $400 monthly benefit payment for a 26 week period, similar to some other states.