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Is the process for applying for benefits different for contractors or those that previously did not qualify for unemployment benefits?
Presumably yes. The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency is still working on developing a process for these workers. Its website indicates that “it will release guidance regarding eligibility and the application process in the coming days.” Please check the Agency’s website for the most recent updates.