Employment and benefit-related legislation

Revisions to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act are now in effect.

Many employers are rethinking their policies in response to COVID-19, Mercer experts say.

The White House and Democrats aim to strike a deal on virus-relief legislation by the end of the week 一 even though the two sides remain far apart on some key issues.

This crisis has brought to the forefront a renewed sense of urgency for employers to take a more inclusive approach to meeting the diverse needs of workers over the long term.

One employer decided to update their corporate policies after the Supreme Court ruled LGBTQ people are protected under the Civil Rights Act.

The Department of Labor issued a new rule that allows companies to distribute retirement benefit information electronically.

Experts from MetLife help employers understand how recent coronavirus legislation will affect leave and remote work policies after the pandemic.

The bill provides paid sick leave, aid to states and food assistance.

Companies relying on gig workers feel the ruling is "a threat to [employees'] flexibility and income."

Some states are enacting laws that may help equalize pay, but it may not be enough.