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March 27, 2020

Second Set of DOL FAQs Provide More Clarity on Upcoming Federal Paid Sick and Family Leave Obligations

On March 26, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released additional FAQs that further explain employer and employee rights and responsibilities under the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).

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March 26, 2020

A COVID-19 Guide for Employers in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia)

Employers of all sizes are facing unforeseen challenges because of the ongoing public health pandemic resulting from the spread of COVID-19. This Insight discusses how the governments in DC, Maryland, and Virginia are responding.

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March 26, 2020

Canada: Guidance Issued on Travel Restrictions, including for Foreign Work Permit Holders

The Government of Canada has issued program delivery instructions, advising how foreigners with authorization to work in Canada may enter the country.

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March 26, 2020

Considerations for Employers in Puerto Rico Monitoring Employees’ Body Temperatures

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Secretary of the Puerto Rico Department of Labor and Human Resources issued guidance that specifically allows employers to take an employee’s body temperature provided they secure the individual’s express consent.

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March 26, 2020

Senate Passes CARES Act with Relief for Businesses and Additional Unemployment Benefits

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) in the late hours of March 25, 2020.

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March 26, 2020

National Labor Relations Board’s Response to COVID-19

In the past several days, the National Labor Relations Board has taken several steps to adjust its operations in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the nation.

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March 26, 2020

Canada: Government Announces Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) to Support Workers and Businesses during COVID-19 Pandemic

On March 25, 2020, the Government of Canada announced the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) to support workers and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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March 26, 2020

Y’all Stay Home: Tarrant County, Texas Announces Stay-At-Home Order

To promote health and suppress COVID-19, Tarrant County Judge B. Glen Whitley announced the issuance of a stay-at-home order.

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March 25, 2020

Central Texas Counties and the Cities of Austin and San Antonio Ordered to Stay Safe at Home

As the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases steadily rises throughout Texas while testing resources remain scarce, Central Texas counties issued “shelter-in-place” orders in an effort to #flattenthecurve.

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March 25, 2020

Canada: Mandatory 14-Day Quarantine Period for Travelers to Canada Effective at 12:01 a.m. on March 26

The Government of Canada has announced that, effective at 12:01 a.m. on March 26, all travelers to Canada – including citizens, permanent residents and foreigners – will be subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation period.

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