Many unemployed Americans are starting to see a bump in jobless benefits, but it will likely be a few more weeks before independent contractors and gig workers start receiving checks -- and some may end up not qualifying at all.
Congress recently opened up unemployment benefits to certain people who can't work because of the coronavirus pandemic or who don't typically qualify, including independent contractors and the self-employed. Also, gig economy workers who aren't eligible for traditional state benefits could access this aid.But most states have yet to finish reprogramming their antiquated technology systems to accept these residents' applications.
Kashirah Jackson, a hair stylist and independent contractor, needs that money to buy diapers and baby wipes. The Charlotte, North Carolina, resident is seven months pregnant with her first child but hasn't been able to work since Gov. Roy Cooper ordered people to stay at home in late March. Her partner owns a small restaurant that also had to close after it couldn't make enough money selling take-out food.
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