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Sen. Bernie Sanders is making his case for what a supplemental rescue package should include ― guaranteed paid sick leave.

“About half of employees at large companies won’t have the income protection afforded by disability insurance,” says Brian Gifford, director of research and analytics for IBI.

Contract workers play a significant role in the U.S. economy, but they aren’t afforded the same benefits as full-time employees.

Perhaps the single most important aspect of the Act is what it does not cover: it does not provide any paid or protected leave time in the event of a company shut down for any COVID-19-related reason.

The employer is also expanding the use of sick time to include caregiving related to COVID-19.

Banks are boosting their benefits, paying bonuses to front-line employees, extra paid time off for those who are sick or self-quarantined, financial assistance with child care and access to virtual doctors’ appointments.

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

Providing a financial lifeline can help minimize financial distress for employees experiencing workplace disruptions.

If you’re wondering what financial protection you have from your employer, here are answers to some common questions.

Workers will get up to two weeks of paid sick leave to deal with coronavirus issues and another 10 weeks of coronavirus-related paid family leave.