On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was signed into law, marking the second major legislative initiative to address COVID-19 (the first was signed on March 6th and provided emergency funding relief for domestic and global efforts). The following AFSCME documents provide key provisions of the Families First Act, which addresses paid sick leave, paid family leave, state disability, workers compensation, childcare leave and benefits to replace lost wages.
HR 6201 Families First Coronavirus Response Act Presentation
Governor Executive Order for COVID Workers' Compensation
