ARPA: FFCRA Extension
On March 11, 2021, an extension of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was passed as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. There are some important changes employers should be aware of, as this law has extended both Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) and Emergency FMLA (EFMLA) leave through September 30, 2021.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
On Thursday, March 11, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 into effect. This bill provides additional relief to address the continued impact of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) on the economy, public health, state and local governments, individuals, and businesses.