207.047 – FAILURE TO APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, OR RETURN TO WORK.
Texas Labor Code § 207.047
Summary
This law disqualifies individuals from receiving benefits if they do not apply for, accept, or return to suitable work as directed by the commission without a valid reason. It primarily affects individuals seeking unemployment benefits in Texas who fail to comply with work-related directives.
Disqualification occurs for failing to apply for suitable work.
Individuals must accept suitable work offers to maintain benefits.
Returning to customary self-employment is also required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Attorneys Choose FlawFinder
Side-by-side with Westlaw and LexisNexis
Feature
FlawFinder
Westlaw
LexisNexis
Monthly price
$19 - $99
$133 - $646
$153 - $399
Contract
None
1-3 year min
1-6 year min
Hidden fees
$0, always
Up to $469/search
$25/mo + per-doc
Police SOPs
✓ 310+ departments
✗
✗
Zero-hallucination AI
✓ CitationGuard
✗
✗
Cancel
One click
Termination fees
No option to cancel
Explain Like I'm 5
In simple terms: Learn about Texas's FAILURE TO APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, OR RETURN TO WORK. law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
FlawFinder provides legal information, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for specific legal guidance.