What are the eligibility requirements for unemployment benefits?

To be eligible for unemployment benefits in Texas, you must meet several requirements. Firstly, you must have become unemployed through no fault of your own, meaning you did not voluntarily quit your job or get fired for misconduct. Additionally, you must have earned enough wages during the base period, which is the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters before the quarter your claim is filed. You must also be able and available to work, actively seeking suitable employment, and registering for work with the Texas Workforce Commission. If you are offered suitable employment, you must accept it unless there are valid reasons to refuse. Finally, you must remain unemployed or work reduced hours due to reasons covered under the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.