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Found 229 programs for: Employment
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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Application of State Unemployment Benefits to Workers During Temporary COVID-19-related Business Closures
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) provides an established program of unemployment benefits and resources for state residents. Those benefits and resources are also available to employees during temporary closures as a result of … » more information -
Colorado Works Cash Benefits Assistance Program (TANF)
Colorado Works is Colorado's Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. It is a cash assistance program designed to assist eligible families with very low incomes to attain economic security by promoting job preparation, work, and … » more information -
Health Emergency Leave With Pay (HELP)
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) has issued emergency rules that temporarily require employers in certain industries to provide four calendar days of paid sick leave to employees with flu-like symptoms while awaiting COVID-19 … » more information -
Health Emergency Leave With Pay (HELP)
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) has issued emergency rules that temporarily require employers in certain industries to provide four calendar days of paid sick leave to employees with flu-like symptoms while awaiting COVID-19 … » more information -
Denver IMAGINE 2020 Artist Assistance Fund
Denver Arts & Venues has created the IMAGINE 2020 Artist Assistance Fund to support individual artists who are experiencing immediate, unforeseen emergency needs due to COVID-19. The Fund is also supported by The Andy Warhol Foundation for the … » more information -
Business Request for Designation as an Essential Business During the COVID-19 Closure
Businesses that are not covered by the guidance provided here may request an opinion from Connecticut’s Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) as to whether they can be considered essential and keep their physical locations open … » more information -
Family Medical Leave Act (§ 31-51)
Connecticut’s existing FMLA program provides 16 workweeks of leave to take care of oneself or a loved one because of a serious health condition, which the DOL has stated may include reasons associated with COVID-19. » more information -
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) Program (§ 31-52r)
Under Connecticut’s existing PSL program, service workers who work for employers with 50 or more employees may be eligible to up to 40 hours of PSL, including to cover absences caused by COVID-19. » more information -
Shared Work Program
Shared Work is designed to save jobs and retain skilled workers and offers an alternative to layoffs by allowing employers to temporarily reduce employee hours and supplement lost wages with the help of partial unemployment benefits. When business … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits (§ 31-325 et al.)
Unemployed workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible for benefits under already-existing Connecticut unemployment insurance, which provides temporary income for workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own and who are either looking … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Delaware’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program provides individuals temporary aid until they are able to find employment. Specifically, individuals are placed in private or public sector unsubsidized employment that enables them … » more information -
Unemployment Benefits
In light of the COVID-19 emergency, the Delaware Secretary of Labor issued new guidelines to enhance the flexibility of Delaware’s unemployment insurance program to provide cash assistance to Delaware workers whose employment has been impacted … » more information -
Shared Work Unemployment Insurance Program
An employer who experiences a sharp temporary reduction in activity due to economic conditions (e.g., public emergency due to COVID-19) may consider using Shared Work Unemployment Insurance Program (Shared Work) as an alternative to layoffs. It is … » more information -
Declaration-of-emergency Leave from Employment
The Council of the District of Columbia has expanded the District’s sick leave law to grant leave to employees for reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Council has included a new category of job-protected leave—“Declaration-of-emergency … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”)
D.C.’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”) program is a pre-existing program that provides individuals temporary aid until they are able to find employment. Specifically, the program provides cash assistance to families in need, along … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployment insurance benefits are generally available to individuals who have been separated from employment through no fault of their own. As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Council has provided access to … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 1 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, and 20-131 Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, vacation rentals, organized … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 2 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, 20-131, and 20-139. Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, bars, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, personal … » more information -
Reemployment Assistance - COVID-19
Reemployment Assistance provides temporary wage replacement (unemployment insurance) benefits to eligible individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. Floridians may be eligible to receive Reemployment Assistance if you have a … » more information -
Child Care for Essential Workers
Georgia’s Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) Program provides scholarships to help with the cost of child care so parents can work. The program has been available prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but in response to the current crisis, the Georgia … » more information -
Expanded Unemployment Benefits
In light of the increase in unemployment due to COVID-19, Governor Brian Kemp has signed an executive order expanding unemployment benefits. The new rules extend the length of time an individual can collect benefits from 14 weeks to 26 weeks (for … » more information -
Requirement for Employers to File Partial Unemployment Claims
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) has mandated that all Georgia employers file partial claims online on behalf of their employees for any week during which an employee (full-time/part-time) works less than … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides monthly cash assistance and employment services to low-income families with children under age 18 or under age 19 if the child is a full-time student. TANF is a federally-funded program that … » more information -
Hazard Pay and Compensatory Time for Front-Line City Workers
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has issued an executive order that provides (1) hazard pay of $500 per month for front-line workers employed by the City of Atlanta through December 31, 2020 and (2) the accumulation of Hazard Pay Compensatory Time for … » more information -
Job Assistance and Job Training for Dislocated Workers
WorkSource provides job search assistance and job training to assist individuals re-enter the work force. » more information -
Water Disconnections Suspended
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Savannah has temporarily suspended water utility disconnections until the City starts Phase 4 of its Safer Services Reopening Plan. This temporary measure does not relieve customers of the obligation … » more information -
Family Leave Law
Hawaii’s existing Family Leave Law program provides 4 workweeks of leave to take care of a family member because of a serious health condition, which the DLIR has stated may include illness or quarantine associated with COVID-19. » more information -
Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)
Under Hawaii’s existing TDI program, workers may be eligible for up to 26 weeks of TDI, including to cover absences caused by COVID-19 illness or quarantine. » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployed workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible for benefits under already-existing Hawaii unemployment insurance, which provides temporary income for workers who are totally or partially unemployed through no fault of their own and who are … » more information -
Workers’ Compensation
Under Hawaii’s existing Workers’ Compensation program, workers may be eligible for payments to cover absences caused by COVID-19 illness or quarantine which results from work or working conditions. » more information -
Unemployment Assistance
Unemployment insurance is a program for workers unemployed through no fault of their own. Unemployment benefits may be available to some individuals whose unemployment is attributable to COVID-19, subject to guidance from the Idaho Department of … » more information -
“Get Hired” Website & Employment Resources
In light of the spread of COVID-19, the Illinois state government has launched Get Hired IL, a website designed to connect workers with available job and career training opportunities across the state. Beginning in June, Illinois residents will also … » more information -
Executive Order No. 2020-04 (COVID-19 Executive Order No. 2: Suspension of Service Requirement for Sick Leave Advancement
In light of COVID-19, the Illinois Governor has suspended the two-year continuous service requirement for state employees to receive advancement of sick leave. » more information -
FAQ for Employee Sick Leave Act
Provides answers to frequently asked questions about the Employee Sick Leave Act, which requires employers to allow employees to use at least a portion of sick leave time already available to them to care for certain relatives. The Employee Sick … » more information -
Temporary Moratorium on Wage Garnishment
The Governor of Illinois has issued an executive order suspending the statutes that permit the service of a garnishment summons, wage deduction summons, or a citation to discover assets on a consumer debtor or consumer garnishee. This order does not … » more information -
Unemployment Benefits
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Work Share Legislation
Illinois’s Work Share law encourages employers to temporarily reduce hours, rather than lay off workers. Workers who are affected can collect partial unemployment benefits, while staying on the job part-time. This legislation has not changed in … » more information -
Workers’ Compensation for Essential Employees Who Contract COVID-19
Under emergency rules, COVID-19 first responders or front-line workers who contract COVID-19 during the state of emergency will be presumed eligible for workers’ compensation claims. » more information -
Chicago: COVID-19 Anti-Retaliation Ordinance Regarding Actions Against Employees
The Chicago City Council passed a COVID-19 Anti-Retaliation Ordinance, preventing employers from taking adverse action against employees for obeying certain orders related to COVID-19. The ordinance prohibits employers from terminating, demoting, or … » more information -
License Relief for Licensed Professionals
The Governor suspended provisions applying to medical professionals who have not yet obtained an initial license if the licensing board determines they completed sufficient education and should be granted an emergency license to practice. The … » more information -
Temporary Job Opportunities
The Iowa Workforce Development (“IWD”) agency is continuously posting state-wide temporary job opportunities especially directed at people who have been affected by COVID-19 closures. These job opportunities range from positions with government … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Claims
The Governor of Iowa announced that workers affected by COVID-19 due to lay-offs, self-isolation, caring for family members, or due to illnesses related to COVID-19 may apply for unemployment benefits through the Iowa Workforce Development (“IWD”). » more information -
COVID-19 Recovery Website
The state launched the new and comprehensive website for resources regarding COVID-19. The site, is a centralized place for Kansans seeking resources and up-to-date information, as the state responds to, and recovers from damage done by the COVID-19 … » more information -
Essential Industries Jobs and Hiring Portal
The Kansas Department of Commerce launched a new jobs website, connecting job seekers with Kansas businesses hiring to fill urgent needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The website allows employers from essential industries to quickly and easily post … » more information -
Extending Professional and Occupational Licenses
The Governor has ordered that all state agencies (a) extend renewal deadlines for any license, certificate, permit, or registration for any (i) occupation or profession to any individual, business, or organization and (ii) organization … » more information -
Extending Renewal Deadlines for Occupational or Professional Licenses, Certificates, or Registrations for Professionals of Adult Care Homes
The extension of a previous executive order narrows the relaxation of regulatory provisions put in place previously, and limits those provisions more specifically to adult care homes that have been granted provisional licenses for the purpose of … » more information -
Guidance Regarding Essential Activities and Kansas Essential Function Framework (“KEFF”)
While the substantive provisions of the stay-at-home order no longer apply, the KEFF functions listed in the order are essential functions local governments must continue to allow if they implement more restrictive orders regarding businesses. No … » more information -
Guidance Regarding Implementation Through Phase 3 of “Ad Astra: A Plan to Reopen Kansas”
Governor Laura Kelly announced that her administration, as well as officials with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, recommend that most local communities consider moving into Phase 3 of “Ad Astra: A Plan to Reopen Kansas,” on Monday … » more information -
Kansas Industrial Training and Retraining Programs
The Kansas Department of Commerce administers two training programs designed to assist businesses with training new and existing employees: Kansas Industrial Training (“KIT”) and Kansas Industrial Retraining (“KIR”). KIT is designed to assist firms … » more information -
Relief from Certain Unemployment Insurance Requirements
To mitigate effects of COVID-19, (i) the waiting week requirement is waived for all claimants and (ii) the requirement that claimants actively seek work each week is waived for all claimants. » more information