Unemployment benefits

Last week, Governor Sununu expanded employee eligibility for state unemployment benefits to self-employed individuals, who are generally excluded from receiving unemployment benefits.

Keep in mind, an individual is only eligible if he or she meets one of the following criteria:

• If an individual has a current diagnosis of COVID-19;
• If an individual is quarantined (including self-imposed quarantine) at the instruction of a health care provider, employer, or government official, to prevent the spread of COVID-19;
• If an individual is caring for a family member or dependent who has COVID-19 or is under a quarantine related to COVID-19; or
• If an individual is caring for a family member or dependent who is unable to care for themselves due to the COVID-19 related closing of their school, child care facility, or other are program.

You may reach the NH Department of Employment Security here.