Iowa to use ID.me for ID verification in unemployment applications

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has announced it is partnering with ID.me for faster ID verification in the unemployment system. As of January 2nd, 2024, Iowans will now be able to use ID.me to prove their identity when applying for unemployment. Those who have recently filed or plan to file a claim are 'highly encouraged' to verify their identity through ID.me and will be required to do so to claim benefits as of April 1st.

In the announcement, IWD says that …

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