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ABOUT VEC

  • Who We Are
  • Our Services
  • Laws and Regulations
  • Forms and Publications
  • Virginia Workforce Connection
  • Virginia Works
  • VEC News
  • Contact
  • Customer Self-Service
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About Unemployment

  • Benefits Roadmap
  • How To Apply
  • Benefits Eligibility
  • Benefits Information
  • Appeals
  • Forms and Publications
  • Employer Self Service
  • Employer Home

Employer Information

  • Employer Responsibilities
  • Tax Filing and Registration
  • Required Posters
  • Laws and Regulations
  • Separation Reports
  • Classifying Employees
  • SIDES
  • Forms and Publications

Assistance and Incentives

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  • Appeals
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Agency Monthly Performance Report for January 2026

VEC Announces Joanna Darcus as New Deputy Commissioner

RICHMOND, VA — February 23, 2026 — The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) announces today Joanna Darcus will serve as…

VEC Announces Melissa Smith as New Commissioner Appointed by Governor Spanberger

RICHMOND, VA — February 3, 2026 — The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) announces today Melissa Smith will serve as…

Agency Monthly Performance Report for December 2025

Statement on the Conclusion of Commissioner Mitch Melis’s Service with the Virginia Employment Commission

RICHMOND, VA — January 15, 2026 – After more than two years of service leading the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC…

Agency Monthly Performance Report for September 2025

Agency Monthly Performance Report for August 2025

Agency Monthly Performance Report for July 2025

Agency Monthly Performance Report for May 2025

Agency Monthly Performance Report for April 2025

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