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Unemployment
  • 27
  • Apr
Georgia Unemployment Claims up almost 17 times from March 2019
Lisa Yannett Savannah Comments Off on Georgia Unemployment Claims up almost 17 times from March 2019

Georgia unemployment insurance claims rose from 18,746 to 312,520 from March of 2019 to March of 2020. As a result of COVID-19, many Georgians have lost their job resulting is a massive spike in unemployment claims.

The Georgia Department of Labor shows unemployment claims for each county on their website. You can find the document here.

How do I file for UI Benefits in Georgia?

If you have been permanently laid-off or are unable to work due to the coronavirus, you will be responsible for your unemployment claim. Click here then scroll to the bottom to begin your unemployment claim.

According to the Georgia Department of Labor, you will need to have the following information available before you begin applying:

  • Your Social Security Number
  • Your work history for the past 2 years (including the name, address, telephone number, employment dates, rate of pay, total earnings, and information about your job separation for each employer). If you received severance pay or retirement pay, you must know the amounts.

If your hours were reduced or you were temporarily laid-off, ask you employer about them filing on your behalf.

CARES Act and Unemployment

Under the CARES Act, indviduals eligible for unemployment may also receive an extra $600 a week. The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is subject to taxes and child support. You can learn more about the CARES Act here.

If you or someone you know are looking for work, we hire for some of Savannah’s best logistics companies. Apply at www.horizonstaffing.com/apply then give our office at 912-355-5966.

  • 19
  • Jul
Georgia Ports – “An Engine of Economic Prosperity”
Lisa Yannett Georgia Port,Savannah,TWIC Comments Off on Georgia Ports – “An Engine of Economic Prosperity”

In a Savannah Morning News opinion piece, Casey Cagle, Georgia’s Lieutenant Governor pointed out that Georgia’s Ports “have harnessed their true potential to generate an engine of economic prosperity for our entire state.” He also noted that “Georgia’s geographic location gives us many strategic advantages…allowing Georgia to serve as the seaport gateway for 80 percent of the nation’s marketplace.”

He explained how “within two days of docking in Savannah, the goods from a vessel can reach over 80 percent of the United States.”  As he noted “businesses can import raw materials and develop finished products all over Georgia. This creates jobs.” 

Great News Horizon Staffing Just Opened a New Location in Pooler at 400 US Hwy 80 West

Georgia Ports Setting Records

From the 10 months (July 2016 to April 2017), Georgia’s seaports in Savannah and Brunswick were ahead of fiscal year 2015’s record-setting pace, according to Griff Lynch, the chief executive of the Georgia Ports Authority. At that juncture, he projected that the total amount of cargo through the two ports would outpace the almost 32 million tons (29 million metric tons) of imports and exports Georgia had in the fiscal year 2015.  That was the busiest year yet for the two ports, but it was helped along by a short-term surge in business due to labor issue on the West Coast. This forced many shippers to reroute a lot of their cargo to ports on the East Coast, including Savannah and Brunswick. Lynch also thought the Port of Savannah would also break the record of 3.6 million container units from 2015 and that it would be a more sustainable, long-term trend.

“What we have going on here is just true, organic growth,” Lynch said during a recent meeting board meeting for the port authority. He attributed some of the growth to the expanded Panama Canal this summer. This has enabled larger ships with weightier loads to come to and move through the Savannah Ports. A more robust economy, evidenced by more imports and exports, has also spurred growth.

Expanded Panama Canal Sends 40% of Traffic to Savannah Port

Cagle also believes the relationship with Panama and its President, Juan Carlos Varela, a Georgia Tech graduate is a “particularly significant” one for Georgia and the ports. Currently, 40% of the traffic that passes through the Panama Canal ends up at the Port of Savannah. This is likely to increase when the harbor is dredged.

From July 2016 to April 2017 (fiscal year 2017) the Savannah and Brunswick ports handled 7.5 percent more total cargo tonnage than they did during the same period last year.

Lisa Yannett, V.P. Horizon Staffing

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  • 24
  • Feb
How To Get a TWIC Card
Lisa Yannett Savannah,TWIC Comments Off on How To Get a TWIC Card

TWIC

TWIC actually stands for Transportation Workers Identification Credential. Now that’s a mouthful, but the reason for the card is really pretty simple: It is a security clearance required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act for workers to access certain secure areas of the the U.S.’s maritime facilities and ships. In other words, if you work at the ports or with a company that has to access these areas, you’ll probably need the card.

The good news is it is relatively inexpensive and easy to get.

The Transportation Security Administration does a background check to figure out if you’re eligible for the credential. U.S. citizens and immigrants (in certain categories) can apply for a TWIC card.

How Do I Apply?

Step 1: Complete the online application or you can apply in person at an application center.

Step 2: Schedule an appointment online or call (855) 347-8371 weekdays, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments take priority.

Savannah Location: IdenttoGo

What Do I Bring?

  1. Provide required documentation, be fingerprinted and take a facial photo. Bring your current U.S. passport or a driver’s license and birth certificate. See other acceptable documents.

How Much Does It Cost?

A new applicant pays $128 (non-refundable) for a card that lasts 5 years. You can use a credit card, money order, company check or certified/cashier’s check. (You can qualify for a lower payment of $105.25 if you present a valid driver license with a hazardous materials endorsement, or a Free and Secure Trade card. If you choose the reduced rate, your new TWIC card will be valid for five years from the chosen document’s issue date.)

If you have lost your card and need to replace it, you will pay $60.

How Do I Get the Card?

You can choose to have your card mailed to your home address or you can pick it up at the application center. You can check your status online at any time.