871—24.48 (96) UCFE claims. Benefits under the Federal Employer’s Compensation Act. Unemployment benefits for civilian federal employees shall be determined in accordance with the applicable state law and rules as well as the rules of the United States Department of Labor and published in the Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 20, Parts 609, 615, 616, 617, and 650. These benefits are payable under the Federal Employer’s Compensation Act, 5 U.S.C. 8101-8150, 8191-8193, and are based on wages earned by civilians in covered federal employment.