FOX 29's Kelly Rule has the latest details. PHILADELPHIA - Pennsylvania’s self-employed, independent contractors, gig workers, and others not eligible for regular unemployment compensation can begin filing claims for assistance Saturday.
Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) benefits can be filed for online to help support those out of work due to COVID-19.
Officials expect to begin making payments to approved claimants within two to four weeks after they submit their initial claim. FULL COVERAGE: CORONAVIRUS Those eligible for PUA benefits include: self-employed, independent contractors, gig workers, clergy and those working for religious organizations, and people