Hi SRafaela,

It appears that DACA recipients are eligible for unemployment benefits in Texas. Read here under page 5. Note that you must have an unexpired EAD card in order to qualify. The reason why we qualify for unemployment benefits is because the employee/employer pays for it; it is funded by the worker therefore we are entitled to it.

Always remember to apply for unemployment benefits regardless of the cause (e.g. lay off, fired, etc). There is not harm in getting a denial.

Hope it helps.