PA Dept of Labor & Industry: UC 1099-G Form and Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Reminder

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Published February 10th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry is reminding Unemployment Compensation claimants to watch for their 1099-G tax forms and encouraging eligible workers to utilize the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit. Forms are available online and will be mailed soon.

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What changed

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has issued a reminder regarding the 1099-G tax form for Unemployment Compensation (UC) claimants and the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit. UC claimants who received benefits in 2025 will receive a 1099-G form, which is now available in their online dashboards and will be mailed in the coming weeks. The department also highlights the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, a refundable state tax credit equal to 10 percent of the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, potentially providing up to $805 for eligible taxpayers.

Claimants are advised to check their 1099-G forms early and to report any suspected identity theft immediately. Those who qualify for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit will automatically receive the state credit when filing their federal and Pennsylvania tax returns concurrently. The notice serves as an informational reminder for tax season, with no immediate compliance actions required beyond standard tax filing procedures.

What to do next

Review 1099-G tax forms for accuracy upon receipt.
Report any suspected identity theft related to UC benefits immediately.
Investigate eligibility for the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit when filing taxes.

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Putting Money Back in Pennsylvanians’ Pockets: L&I Reminds Eligible Workers of New Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit and UC Claimants to Watch for Required Form to File Taxes

Forms are now available in claimants’ dashboard, and paper copies will arrive over the coming weeks.

February 10, 2026
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Harrisburg, PA – As tax season gets underway, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is reminding Pennsylvanians who received Unemployment Compensation (UC) benefits in 2025 to watch for their 1099-G tax form they’ll need to file a tax return this year — and encouraging eligible workers to take advantage of the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, a refundable credit that can put hundreds of dollars back in taxpayers’ pockets.

“Tax season can be stressful, and we want Pennsylvanians to have the information they need to file accurately and on time,” said L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker. “Checking your 1099-G early can help avoid delays — and many working families may also qualify for a new tax credit that can make a real difference.”

What to Know About 1099-G Forms

Pennsylvanians who received UC benefits in 2025 will receive a 1099-G form, which reports taxable UC income and is required to file federal and state tax returns. Forms are now available in claimants’ online UC dashboards, and paper copies are being mailed and will arrive over the coming weeks.

An extensive FAQ is available on L&I’s website to help claimants review their form and request corrections if needed.

Because 1099-G forms are automatically generated, receiving one when you did not file for UC benefits may indicate identity theft. Pennsylvanians who believe their identity was used fraudulently should report it to L&I immediately, either online or by calling the PA Fraud Hotline at 1-800-692-7469.

Victims of identity theft should not delay filing their tax returns and should report only their true income — not any fraudulent income listed on the 1099-G. More information about identity theft and 1099-G tax forms is available on the IRS website.

New This Year: Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit

This tax season, eligible workers may qualify for the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, a refundable state tax credit created to support working families. Pennsylvanians who received UC or other health and human services benefits may still be eligible if they had earned income during the year.

Modeled after the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit is equal to 10 percent of the federal EITC and can provide up to $805 for eligible taxpayers.

Under Governor Josh Shapiro’s leadership, taxpayers who qualify for the federal EITC will automatically receive the state credit when they file their federal and Pennsylvania tax returns online at the same time.

The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue offers an online calculator and step-by-step guidance to help taxpayers determine eligibility and estimate their credit.

Tips for Claiming the Credit

File your federal and state tax returns online at the same time.
Ensure the Department of Revenue receives your federal Form 1040.
The credit is refundable, meaning you can receive it even if you owe no Pennsylvania income tax. Unemployment Compensation

Under the Shapiro Administration, L&I continues to strengthen Pennsylvania’s UC system to ensure timely, accurate information and responsive support for claimants.

Pennsylvanians with questions about their UC tax forms can contact L&I through the UC Helpline at 888-313-7284, by email at UCHelp@pa.gov, or through live chat on the UC website.

For more information on the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, please visit the website or follow L&I on Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.