Idaho Department of Labor

08/19/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/19/2026 08:30

Unemployment insurance workshop happening Aug. 27 for employers

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Aug. 19, 2026
Media Contact: [email protected]

Idaho employers are invited to learn about unemployment insurance (UI) Thursday, Aug. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

The workshop will take place at the Idaho Department of Labor's Caldwell office, 4515 Thomas Jefferson St.

UI Supervisor Vicki Raass will discuss in detail the different employee separations (laid off, discharged or quit), separation documentation, investigating unemployment claims, determining claim outcomes, chargeability and liability, claimant eligibility, employer attachment and using E-services.

Employers are encouraged to register for the event by contacting [email protected].

Visit the department's calendar for more information.

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The Idaho Department of Labor's unemployment insurance program is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor for SFY26 as part of the Employment and Training Administration grants (64%) and state/nonfederal funds (36%) totaling $24,926,802.

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