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TWC remands and rehears several UI cases, accepts staff recommendations on remaining docket 10 items At its meeting the Texas Workforce Commission remanded several unemployment insurance cases for further testimony, ordered at least one rehearing, and accepted staff recommendations on the remainder of UI and wage‑claim dockets. Commissioners recorded short‑form dissents on several items but the staff motions passed.

The Texas Workforce Commission's recent decisions on unemployment insurance cases could reshape the future for claimants and employers alike—delays and disagreements are just the beginning!

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3 days ago

TWC to pursue $145 million in DOL apprenticeship pay‑for‑performance grants, applications due in early April Executive Director Steve Pier told commissioners the Department of Labor is allotting $145,000,000 across five pay‑for‑performance apprenticeship grant awards; the agency intends to apply to expand registered apprenticeships and employer participation.

Texas is gearing up to seize a $145 million opportunity to revolutionize registered apprenticeships and boost employer participation across the state!

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3 weeks ago

Public commenter urges TWC to review misconduct disqualification after employer evidence not shown Vicky Flower, a member of the public, asked the Texas Workforce Commission to reopen a misconduct disqualification and to act on a commission‑review file, saying employer evidence was not provided and that hearing officers repeatedly upheld misconduct without employer proof.

Vicky Flower is calling out the Texas Workforce Commission for upholding unemployment misconduct disqualifications without any employer evidence—could this be a major flaw in the system?

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3 weeks ago

TWC approves local board nominees, accepts $13.45M in childcare pledges and takes mixed actions on UI appeals The Texas Workforce Commission approved local workforce board nominees for three regions, accepted $13,449,626.20 in childcare local matching pledges for BCY 2026, and issued mixed rulings on several unemployment insurance appeals including a rehear and a set‑aside/void outcome without adopting precedent.

The Texas Workforce Commission just made significant decisions, approving local board nominees and securing over $13.4 million in childcare funding for 2026—what does this mean for the future of workforce development in Texas?

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1 month ago

Texas Workforce Commission accepts staff recommendations on most docketed wage and UI cases; several pulled cases prompt dissent and rehearing requests The commission voted to accept staff recommendations on remaining wage-claim and unemployment-insurance cases on docket 6, while individual pulled cases prompted split opinions, short-form dissents and rehearing or modification requests on issues including timeliness, fraud determinations, and alleged misconduct.

The Texas Workforce Commission's recent meeting revealed deep divisions over wage-claim and unemployment-insurance cases, sparking intense debates and demands for rehearings on key issues.

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1 month ago

Appellant LaDonna Crocker urges Texas Workforce Commission to reconsider misconduct finding, cites medical condition and due-process concerns LaDonna Crocker, appellant in an ongoing unemployment appeal, told the Texas Workforce Commission she suffered a stroke, TIA and PNES in August 2024, that medical conditions affected job performance, and that employer and tribunal procedures failed to consider medical evidence and witnesses. She asked the commission to reconsider prior findings.

LaDonna Crocker is fighting for justice after her medical struggles were overlooked in an unemployment appeal, claiming her employer's misconduct allegations are unfounded and based on flawed evidence.

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1 month ago

TWC rolls out streamlined WorkInTexas.com application with AI resume builder option TWC announced a redesigned WorkInTexas.com application that streamlines state job applications by requiring a resume and offering a resume‑creation wizard and AI resume builder; agency expects the change to simplify hiring for state agencies.

Texas is making state job applications easier than ever with a new streamlined process that includes an AI-powered resume builder!

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1 month ago

TWC delays publication of apprenticeship rule to clarify process for adding occupations The Texas Workforce Commission postponed publication of proposed rule changes implementing House Bill 3260 so staff can add clearer procedures for recognizing occupations not on the state's top‑25 or the Department of Labor apprenticeship lists.

The Texas Workforce Commission has postponed new apprenticeship rules to ensure clearer guidelines for recognizing emerging occupations—what does this mean for future job training?

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4 months ago

TWC issues mixed rulings on multiple unemployment insurance appeals from docket 45 At its docket 45 review, the Texas Workforce Commission recorded a series of mixed outcomes on pulled unemployment insurance appeals: some AT decisions were affirmed, others reversed or modified, and several cases were resubmitted or set for rehearing to allow additional employer evidence. Commissioners frequently split on whether employer proof of

The Texas Workforce Commission's latest decisions on unemployment appeals reveal a contentious debate, with mixed outcomes leaving many cases in limbo.

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4 months ago

TWC reviews dozens of adjudicative cases; several rehearings ordered and multiple decisions modified or affirmed At its meeting, the Texas Workforce Commission reviewed pulled tax-liability, wage-claim and unemployment-insurance cases across dockets 38–44. Commissioners accepted staff recommendations on many matters, ordered rehearings in cases where the record was incomplete, and recorded a mix of affirmations, reversals and modifications on other appeals.

The Texas Workforce Commission's recent meeting revealed a whirlwind of decisions, with multiple rehearings ordered and a mix of outcomes on tax-liability and unemployment cases!

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4 months ago

Texas Workforce Commission submits strategic fiscal review to LBB, certifies 28 local workforce boards; West Central Texas nominees postponed At its Oct. 21, 2025 meeting the Texas Workforce Commission approved the agencys strategic fiscal review package for submission to the Legislative Budget Board, certified 28 local workforce development boards under WIOA, and postponed action on nominees for the West Central Texas board.

The Texas Workforce Commission just approved a crucial fiscal review and certified 28 local workforce boards, but the fate of West Central Texas nominees hangs in the balance!

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7 months ago

Texas Workforce Education Updates Highlight Leadership Grants and Disaster Recovery Procedures Dr. Tina Jackson discusses new initiatives and funding in Texas workforce education.

Texas is set to revolutionize digital education with exciting new initiatives and funding aimed at empowering students and improving workforce readiness.

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7 months ago

Lisa Governale Advocates for Unemployment Appeal Due to Hostile Work Environment Lisa Governale seeks final approval for unemployment benefits after enduring workplace harassment.

Lisa Governale's heartbreaking testimony at the Texas Workforce Commission reveals the unseen struggles of those battling workplace harassment while seeking unemployment benefits.

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9 months ago

Commissioner Trevino modifies decisions on multiple unemployment cases and job separations Commissioner Trevino reconsiders various unemployment claims and job separation rulings.

The Texas Workforce Commission is reshaping the landscape of unemployment benefits with critical decisions on job separations, highlighting the intricate balance between compliance and fairness.

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10 months ago

Texas Workforce Commission highlights need for fraud prevention laws in agency programs Texas Workforce Commission addresses legal gaps in fraud prevention for workforce programs.

The Texas Workforce Commission is calling for crucial legal changes to combat fraud and protect taxpayer funds in its programs—will House Bill 3700 be the answer?

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10 months ago

Texas Senate Bill 2603 mandates employer consultation with workforce boards for job placement Senate Bill 2603 enhances job placement by linking Texas businesses to local workforce boards.

Texas is on the verge of transforming job placement for public assistance recipients with a bold new bill connecting businesses to local workforce boards!

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11 months ago

Senator Hagenboo emphasizes workforce development over DEI policies Senator Hagenboo discusses prioritizing workforce needs over DEI initiatives in state universities.

Texas senators are pushing for a workforce-focused education strategy, urging universities to prioritize essential job skills over DEI distractions in a bid to keep the state competitive.

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11 months ago

Rob Mieso highlights workforce challenges at Texas State Technical College meeting Mieso emphasizes skilled labor shortages as key issue for Texas manufacturing growth

Texas faces a pressing challenge in manufacturing: a shortage of skilled workers, as highlighted by TSTC's Rob Mieso during a crucial Senate meeting.

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11 months ago

Texas officials propose updates to economic development grant eligibility criteria Officials urge review of new targeted industries for Texas grant applications

Texas is redefining its economic landscape by targeting new industries for workforce development, including transportation, hospitality, and even artificial intelligence.

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1 year ago

Former HISD Employee Appeals Unemployment Denial After Misleading Claim by District Claimant seeks accountability for employers submitting false information to TWC amid prolonged appeal.

A former HISD employee's heartbreaking nine-month battle for unemployment reveals shocking employer misconduct that could affect countless workers in Texas.

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1 year ago

Commissioner Esparza rules on timely reopening requests for employers during pandemic confusion Commission affirms timely reopening petitions citing pandemic-related mailing and communication issues.

In a pivotal meeting, Texas officials tackled the chaos surrounding unemployment claims during the pandemic, ruling that many late petitions deserve a second look.

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1 year ago

Worker fired for aggressive behavior and racial harassment in workplace altercation Employee discharged for misconduct after making threatening, racially harassing comments during workplace altercation.

A Texas employee was fired for aggressive behavior and making racially charged comments during a workplace altercation, raising critical questions about workplace conduct and employee rights.

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