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Terms Used In Texas Labor Code 209.046

  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011

An individual may not be denied extended benefits for failure to accept a job offer of suitable work or apply for suitable work if:
(1) the work was not offered to the individual in writing and was not listed with the employment service; or
(2) failure to accept or apply for the work would not result in a denial of benefits under the applicable suitable work requirements for a regular benefit claimant in Section 207.008, to the extent that the standards of suitability in that section are not inconsistent with Section 209.047.