The Texas Workforce Commission has extended the deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance applications after receiving federal approval, according to a news release.

Those seeking unemployment assistance will now have until Sept. 29 to submit applications.

The announcement comes after the application for federal assistance programs was extended.

Workers or self-employed people who are unable to work due to damage from severe storms may be eligible for benefits in the following counties: • Burnet • Guadalupe • Kerr • Kimble • McCulloch • Menard • San Saba • Tom Green • Travis • Williamson

People who qualify may apply online on the commission’s website or by calling 800-939-6631. • Assistance application period extended for flood victims, small businesses • Hi

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