“…Although monetary criteria help to balance program inclusivity with program size and costs, they may create barriers for some groups of workers. Existing studies of access to UI among the unemployed find lower rates of UI receipt among women (Chan, et al, 2014;Michaelides & Mueser, 2012), Hispanic and non-white workers (Chan, et al, 2014;Michaelides & Mueser, 2012), younger workers (Chan, et al, 2014;Michaelides & Mueser, 2012;Vroman, 2009), less-educated low-wage workers (Chan, et al, 2014;GAO, 2000;Shaefer, 2010), former welfare recipients (Shaefer & Wu, 2011;Turner, Danziger, & Seefeldt, 2006), non-citizens (Gould-Werth & Shaefer, 2012, and part-time workers (Chan, et al, 2014;GAO, 2000;Vroman, 1998Vroman, , 2002.…”