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August 19, 2026
As part of the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency’s ongoing efforts to support employers throughout the transition to UIA's new MiUI system, you may receive a mailed reminder postcard within the next few weeks asking you to activate your MiUI account.
Activation is required to access employer services for both unemployment insurance tax and benefits functions.
However, you don't need to wait for a mailed notice to get started. MiUI University provides step-by-step guidance on where to find your Activation Code, how to initiate your account, and give access to a third-party administrator (TPA), if you use one.
If your MiUI account is active and you are completing tax functions in the system, or have granted your TPA the appropriate access, no additional action is needed.
If your TPA was assigned to you but you have not activated your MiUI account, please do so today.
Upcoming Go-Live date for benefits
The benefits portion of MiUI will launch Monday, Nov. 9.
Until then, all benefits functions will continue to be performed in MiWAM for Employers.
Activating your account now will help you prepare for the launch. READ MORE.
Michigan’s updated unemployment laws, which went into effective in July, includes changes employers should know about.
Employers can now request multiple related appeals to be combined into a single hearing. Consolidation can reduce the number of hearings to attend, streamline the appeal process, and resolve issues more quickly.
Employers can request consolidation through MiWAM, their MiUI account, or by mailing or faxing the form available on the Protests and Appeals webpage. READ MORE.
Request for appeal consolidation form
Employers and TPAs can find more information and resources about UIA’s new computer system implementation at MiUI University.
You can find a link on UIA’s website to initiate your MiUI account. If you need more help, try these resources:
The UIA has launched the MiUI Unemployment Update Newsletter, designed to keep stakeholders informed about benefit functions in MiUI ahead of the Nov. 9 launch.
This new newsletter highlights key updates for organizations such as labor unions, trade associations, nonprofits, advocacy groups, workers, and those receiving unemployment benefits.
Like the Employer Advisor Newsletter, each edition will provide timely benefits-related updates, useful resources, and important reminders to support those who are receiving temporary jobless benefits.
If you know of an organization that would like to receive these updates, please provide their information using this link. You are also welcome to share the link with those who may be interested.
Your support is greatly appreciated.
UIA’s public Economic Dashboard, first launched in May 2024, has been updated to strengthen its role as a tool for guiding policy decisions aimed at improving service for Michigan’s employers and workers.
The dashboard continues to provide insight into unemployment insurance trends across the state, helping users better understand how unemployment affects industries, occupations, and communities.
The UIA routinely evaluates the dashboard to identify ways to deepen the data and enhance public understanding. The latest review resulted in several updates that expand the scope and clarity of the information available.
To support employers and third-party administrators, the UIA publishes the MiUI Minute — a quick, reliable source for high priority updates about the agency's new modern, user-friendly computer system.
The MiUI Minute delivers information that will help you prepare for a smooth transition away from MiWAM. You should already be receiving this newsletter in your inbox because you're a valued reader of the Employer Advisor. Take a look at the MiUI Minute archive and recent issues by clicking on the link below.
This month’s featured video is "Reporting Identity Theft to the Unemployment Insurance Agency."
Find out how sophisticated criminals often use stolen information to obtain file unemployment claims and how you and your workers can fight fraud.
Valued employers and TPAs: We’d like to hear your thoughts on the UIA's Employer Advisor Newsletter.
We also welcome suggestions on what you’d like to see in future editions. Have ideas for improving the design or content? We’d love your feedback!
Author:
Office of Employer Ombudsman (OEO)
1-855-484-2636, select option 4
Information on the MiUI launch date.
Information on MiUI for Benefits go live.
Information on Q2 Wage Reports and Payments.
Topics covered in this newsletter include the UIA Tax Issue Tracker, July law changes and more!
Information on initiating MiUI client accounts.
Information on initiating MiUI employer accounts.
Information on the upcoming MiUI launch.
Information on MiUI support resources.
Topics covered in this newsletter include the July law changes, MiUI account activation and more!