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flag Washington State extends unemployment call center hours for 90 days to address a 20% surge in claims.

flag Washington State’s Employment Security Department has launched a 90-day pilot to extend unemployment call center hours, responding to a surge in claims from federal workers, seasonal layoffs, and private-sector job losses during the ongoing government shutdown. flag The new schedule includes extended hours Monday through Friday and limited weekend service, with afternoons dedicated to processing claims. flag The move aims to reduce a growing backlog and improve benefit delivery amid a 20% year-over-year increase in claims, all while operating within existing staffing and budget limits. flag The ESD will assess the program weekly and make adjustments as needed.

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