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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on June 4, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Wisconsin, we recommend that you visit the Department of Workforce Development's COVID-19 Resources, the Department of Health Services' COVID-19 Response Resources for Wisconsinites or the state’s COVID-19 Resources website.
Description of Program and Relief
Family Medical Leave Act
Wisconsin’s existing FMLA program provides up to 2 weeks of leave to take care of oneself because of a serious health condition, the serious health condition of a loved one or for the birth or adoption of a child, which the DWD has stated may include reasons associated with COVID-19.
Government or Lead Agency
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
Dates Available
Effective immediately
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
Leave under this subsection may be taken by eligible employees affected by COVID-19 under, e.g., the following criteria:
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Because of a serious health condition of the employee;
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In order to care for the serious health condition of a parent, child or spouse;
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For the birth or adoption of a child.
A covered employer has at least 50 permanent employees during at least 6 of the last 12 months. Covered employees have worked for the employer for at least 52 consecutive weeks and for at least 1000 hours in the preceding 52 week period.
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