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Applying for SUB Fund Benefits
You should apply for your SUB Fund benefits as soon as you become unemployed. SUB Fund benefit applications are available:
For download at www.ibew701fbo.com, under the SUB Fund tab, or
By calling (630) 393-1701 prompt #3 to request an application, or
In person at the Fund Office.
Your completed application and proof from your State Unemployment agency showing that you received unemployment benefits for the weeks listed on your application; or if you were off work because of jury duty, written documentation from the court showing the days you served, may be returned to the Fund Office in person, by mail, fax to (630) 393-3615 or email to info@ibew701fbo.com.
You can obtain information from your State Unemployment agency by visiting the State
Unemployment office in person, or by visiting their website. For the State of Illinois Department of Employment security, logon on to: https://benefits.ides.illinois.gov. Once you create your account, you can obtain your proof of benefit payment. Please note: a bank statement showing a deposit from your State Unemployement agency is not sufficient, because it does not show the weeks for which you received unemployment benefits.
The Administrative Manager will make a determination of your eligibility when your application is received. If the Administrative Manager is unable to make a determination at that time, the Administrative Manager will make the decision within 30 days, unless special circumstances require additional time. In such cases, you will be notified of his decision by mail.