Oregon Employment Dept. - Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)

2020 Wildfires

From the Oregon Employment Dept.:
The Oregon Employment Department has officially launched wildfire-related Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA).

We are now accepting applications from people whose employment was directly affected by the recent wildfires and
straight-line winds in these counties:

Clackamas, Douglas, Jackson, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion

You can find DUA applications, instructions, answers to frequently asked questions, and more at the Oregon Employment Department’s website:
https://www.oregon.gov/employ/Unemployment/Pages/Disaster-Assistance.aspx

DUA applications must be received by October 23, 2020. It’s important to note that anyone receiving any kind of
unemployment benefits (UI, PUA, etc.) will not be eligible for DUA.

Application process

You have 30 days from the date the disaster was announced to submit your application (with provisions for good cause if the application is late). Proof of earnings (tax forms) for the prior calendar year is required and must be submitted with the application. When a disaster occurs and Disaster Unemployment Assistance is available, we will issue press releases and post information on this website. (CHECK TO FAQ first)

Helpful information for those who have been impacted by the wildfires can be found at https://unemployment.oregon.gov, and in our Wildfires FAQ.

https://unemployment.oregon.gov/oregon-wildfires-frequently-asked-questions

*Please note Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is not the same as Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA). The personnel in the DUA Unit will only process applications and respond to inquiries regarding DUA. If you call to inquire about something other than DUA, we will NOT be able to assist you.*