Governor Hochul, alongside labor leaders, has announced a significant increase in the maximum weekly unemployment benefits for unemployed workers in New York, raising it to $869 per week. This change, marking the first substantial raise since 2019, will provide hundreds of thousands of unemployed New Yorkers with up to $365 more weekly. The state is adjusting these benefits in response to the ongoing government shutdown, which has left many workers unsupported. Those impacted can check if their benefits will increase as the new rates take effect, offering essential financial support during challenging times.