COVID-19

Updated FAQ on Families First Act

Updated FAQ on Families First Act

Attached is an updated FAQ from Kahn, Soares & Conway on implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This updated document reflects guidance issued by the Department of Labor regarding small businesses with under 50 employees and credits for employers. 

A reminder that the requirements for sick leave and family leave go into effect April 1.

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USDA announces additional CFAP Assistance

By Tyson Redpath, The Russell Group 

Upon further review from the Biden Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today the USDA will begin processing payments for applications made for additional assistance under the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP-AA). That additional CFAP 2 assistance of $20 per acre for producers of eligible flat-rate commodities including California rice will be made in accordance with the Consolidated Appropriations Act from December, 2020.

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Statewide Vaccine Delivery Network Announced

Statewide Vaccine Delivery Network Announced

In what promises to lay the groundwork for a significant improvement in COVID-19 vaccinations, the Newsom Administration announced today the creation of a statewide vaccine delivery network. This aims to simplify delivery of vaccines to local healthcare providers, county health offices and other providers through a third-party administrator to maximize distribution efficiency. 

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