Some wait for old pandemic unemployment assistance as new stimulus package receives approval Delays in jobless benefits are nothing new for some who continue to wait on their Pandemic Unemployment Assistance. Author: Nate Morabito Updated: 6:42 AM EST December 29, 2020 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — While more financial help is on the way for both working Americans and those who remain unemployed, some still haven't received their complete first round of COVID-19 assistance. Charlotte waitress Emily Partin said she can't even focus on the new stimulus package yet, because she's still waiting on her initial Pandemic Unemployment Assistance. "You're grateful that there's another package that has been approved...However, in my situation, I'm still pending from prior programs," the single mother said. "If I'm being completely honest, I lose sleep at a night a lot."