National UI Convening Reimbursement Instructions
Summary
The Employment and Training Administration has issued reimbursement instructions for the 2026 National Unemployment Insurance Convening. State Workforce Agencies are eligible to apply for reimbursement for travel expenses related to the event.
What changed
The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) has released reimbursement instructions for the 2026 National Unemployment Insurance (UI) Convening, scheduled for March 10-11, 2026. This notice outlines the eligibility criteria and application process for State Workforce Agencies (SWAs), including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, to receive reimbursement for travel expenses associated with attending the convening.
SWAs must submit applications electronically by April 13, 2026, 11:59 pm ET. The document provides contact information for questions and details on potential award amounts, with a maximum award of $8,000 per entity. While the notice provides reimbursement instructions, it does not detail specific penalties for non-compliance, focusing instead on the application and award process for eligible entities.
What to do next
- Review eligibility criteria for travel reimbursement for the 2026 National UI Convening.
- Submit applications for reimbursement electronically by April 13, 2026.
- Consult UIPL 08-26 for detailed instructions and contact Chanta Ferrell with any questions.
Source document (simplified)
2026 National Unemployment Insurance Convening Reimbursement Instructions
Agency: Employment and Training Administration
Assistance Listings: 17.225 -- Unemployment Insurance
Last Updated: March 13, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov
Description
This UIPL provide reimbursement instructions to states attending the 2026 National Unemployment Insurance (UI) Convening occurring March 10-11, 2026, at the Francis Perkins Building in Washington, D.C. Questions regarding this Unemployment Insurance Program Letter (UIPL) may be emailed to Chanta Ferrell (ferrell.chanta@dol.gov).
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
State Workforce Agencies (SWA) including the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
Grantor contact information
Description
Chanta Ferrell
ferrell.chanta@dol.gov
Documents
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| File name | Description | Last updated |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UIPL_08-26.pdf | UIPL 08-26.pdf | Mar 13, 2026 12:16 PM UTC |
| 2026UIConvening-SuggestedTravelReimbursement_Document.pdf | 2026 UI Convening - Suggested Travel Reimbursement Document.pdf | Mar 13, 2026 12:16 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: April 13, 2026
Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Application process
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Award
$424,000
Program Funding
53
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$8,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
ETA-UIPL-08-26
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
-- Category of Funding Activity:
Employment labor and training
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
March 13, 2026
Archive date:
May 13, 2026
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