Unemployment rates are dropping in Indiana. The newest numbers show Indiana’s jobless rate is 8.7%, but that is higher than the national average. 

Although these numbers might look good on paper, it is not good news if you have not found a job. The lower unemployment rate means that Indiana no longer qualifies for federal unemployment benefits after April 15^th. If you are unemployed this means that the most you can get is 79 weeks of benefits rather than 99.

According to federal statistics, Indiana has 2% of the nation’s population, and added 5% of its total job growth for January. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development says Indiana does not qualify for those benefits because its numbers are not 100% higher than three years ago.

 The last 20-weeks of benefits will be cut April 15^h.