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March 30, 2020

Virginia Issues “Stay at Home” Executive Order

On March 30, 2020, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam issued Executive Order 55, which incrementally increases the restrictions previously placed on Virginia businesses and residents in response to the current COVID-19 crisis.

Insight
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March 30, 2020

Employee Benefit and Executive Compensation Provisions in the CARES Act

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) is intended to stimulate the U.S. economy in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The CARES Act contains a number of provisions relating to employee benefits and executive compensation.

Insight
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March 30, 2020

CARES Act: Implications for Employers

The CARES Act creates a half-dozen new programs to help distressed businesses and workers deal with COVID-19 and related shutdowns. These programs include forgivable loans, tax credits, and expanded unemployment insurance.

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March 30, 2020

Netherlands Newsflash! “Tozo” is a Go, and “NOW” is Next

On March 27, 2020, the government of the Netherlands announced that the Temporary Benefit for Self-Employed Professionals ("Tozo") will be made available this week, as should the Temporary Emergency Bridging Measure for Sustained Employment ("NOW").

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March 30, 2020

Puerto Rico Treasury Department Extends Tax Exemptions for COVID-19 Employer-Provided Payments and Amends Rules for Qualified Retirement Plan and IRA Distributions

In light of the economic impact COVID-19 has had on both the businesses that have been forced to close and their employees, the Puerto Rico Treasury Department is extending certain benefits.

Insight
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March 30, 2020

A COVID-19 Roadmap for New York Employers

The U.S. response to the COVID-19 outbreak has included rapid and dramatic changes in local, state and federal employment laws.

Littler Report
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March 30, 2020

Littler COVID-19 Flash Survey Report

Littler surveyed more than 900 employers, based in North America and with operations around the world, on their concerns and the actions they have taken during the first few weeks of our new reality.

Insight
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March 30, 2020

What Government Actions to Address COVID-19 Really Mean For Employers

Congress enacted three bills in three weeks designed to address the public health emergency caused by the spread of COVID-19.

ASAP
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March 30, 2020

State of Alabama Issues Shutdown Order

On March 27, 2020, Alabama State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris executed a statewide Order suspending certain public gatherings due to the risk of infection by COVID-19.

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March 29, 2020

DOL Issues Third Batch of Families First Coronavirus Response Act Q&As and Revises Prior Guidance

On March 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released its third batch of Q&As (#38-59) concerning the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).

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