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Michigan UIA pauses collections on benefit overpayments amid case reviews
Read full article: Michigan UIA pauses collections on benefit overpayments amid case reviewsThe Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency is pausing its collection of new wages and interceptions of state tax refunds until next month while cases are being reviewed.
Michiganders unemployed due to coronavirus eligible for collections assistance
Read full article: Michiganders unemployed due to coronavirus eligible for collections assistanceDETROIT – Michigan residents who are unemployed due to COVID-19 are eligible for collections assistance. Effective immediately, individuals who have been laid off or had their place of employment closed due to COVID-19 should reach out to see what options are available. To receive assistance, individuals are encouraged to contact Treasury’s Collections Service Center at 517-636-5265. How to file for unemployment in Michigan as coronavirus creates enormous demand“Our first and foremost priority is the health and safety of Michiganders,” State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks said. “If you are currently unemployed or are facing other hardships due to the COVID-19 emergency and are paying on a state tax debt, please contact us so we can work with you during this difficult situation.”To learn more about Michigan’s taxes and the collections process, go to www.michigan.gov/taxes or follow the state Treasury Department on Twitter at @MITreasury.