President Trump signed it into law the same day.

Heres what you oughta know about how the legislation can help if youve been financially impacted by the coronavirus.

The average weekly benefit is $385.

A woman looks at her tablet at home.

The additional $600 comes from the federal government in direct response to the economic fallout of the pandemic.

It may be included with the state unemployment benefit check or arrive separately, but it must come weekly.

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The duration of unemployment benefits also varies by state.

CBPP data showmost states provide benefits for up to 26 weeks.

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The law extends that timeframe by 13 weeks to a maximum of 39 weeks.

Some states provide unemployment assistance for as few as 12 weeks.

In that case, unemployment benefits with the extension from the coronavirus law would be available for 25 weeks.

Though once benefits expire, unemployed Americans may reapply.

The CARES Act also widely expands the definition of unemployed.

Many states are awaiting guidelines from the Department of Labor for accepting PUA claims.

Thats what makes their eligibility for unemployment compensation significant.

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Probably not as good as youd like.

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