About Us Site Index Contact Us Home  > Unemployment Services  >  Emergency Unemployment Compensation 2008 Emergency Unemployment Compensation 2008   The EUC program was created on June 30, 2008, by the Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-252). It made up to 13 additional weeks of benefits available to unemployed individuals who had already collected all regular state benefits for which they were eligible and who meet the eligibility requirements. On November 21, 2008, President Bush signed the Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2008. This bill expands Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) to 20 weeks nationwide, and creates a second tier of 13 weeks of EUC for individuals in States with high unemployment rates.     There are service centers that offer programs and resources geared toward your job seeking and claim needs.   Find a WIN Job Center   UI Claimant Handbook   Eligibility Review   How To File For Benefits   Other States' Labor Sites   Report Fraud   Where can I go to file a claim?   What is the maximum weekly benefit amount?   How long will it take to get my first check?   What are the eligibility requirements?   What is an Eligibility Review?   All FAQs   Mississippi.gov   USDOL   Privacy & Security Disclaimer | Accessibility Policy | Internal Security The Mississippi Department of Employment Security is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.