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Repaying overpayments
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What happens if I have an overpayment balance?
We use your weekly benefit amount to first pay off your overpayment and penalties.
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How do I repay unemployment overpayments?
People can repay unemployment overpayments online or by mail.
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Why was my income tax refund taken?
State law allows the Department of Labor to take state income tax refunds to pay for overpayments and any penalties.
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Why are you charging interest on the overpayment amount I owe?
Connecticut law requires us to charge 1% interest each month on the unemployment overpayment amount a person owes.
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What if I can't repay my overpayment or any penalty?
The Department of Labor works with people to create a repayment plan for their overpayment or any penalty.
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Why is my paycheck being garnished by the Department of Labor?
State law authorizes the Department of Labor to collect money directly from employers, including any penalities.
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Why aren't I receiving my weekly benefits claim?
It may be because weekly benefits are first used to pay off any unemployment overpayments and penalties you owe.
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