Officials in the state are investigating people who are claiming unemployment benefits but refuse to accept suitable job offers. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has a form on its website where employers can report applicants who refused to accept a job offer. Additionally, employers can call 1-833-319-1255. Governor Bill Lee announced Tuesday Tennessee would stop participating in federally funded COVID-19 pandemic unemployment compensation programs by July 3, 2021 including a program that provides an additional $300 in unemployment benefits per week.