Can I still get unemployment from Texas after I moved back to Mississippi?

Question

I worked in Texas for 3 years and in March of 2020 my job slowed down so I filed for unemployment and got it! I have received it up into December 2020, soon as the new year hit they told me I was ineligible because I live in Mississippi! I live in Mississippi but I worked in Texas. Should I appeal this decision? 

Answer 1

You must actively be looking for work in Texas and be available to work in Texas to qualify for Texas benefits. This does not mean you MUST live in Texas; employees who live in neighboring states near the border with the employing state might qualify, but you have Arkansas or Louisiana between you and Texas.  You have no grounds for a successful appeal.

Answer 2

yes, you need to appeal this decision.  you should also ask the Mississippi system if you're eligible there

Answer 3

It sounds like you cannot, clearly.