On June 22, 2021, MIOSHA issued a new Emergency Rule, which rescinded the COVID-related restrictions and rules for all workplaces, other than “healthcare employers”. This includes the requirements for remote …
New MIOSHA Workplace Rules and Updated MDHHS Order
On May 24, 2021, two important new State orders were issued affecting employers and businesses. MIOSHA issued new Emergency Rules for the workplace, which completely supersede the existing October 14, …
MDHHS Lifts Face Mask Mandate for Vaccinated Persons
The MDHHS lifted the face mask mandate for vaccinated persons, effective May 15, 2021. In addition, individuals are no longer required to wear a face mask when outdoors, whether vaccinated …
Paycheck Protection Program Deadline Extended
On March 23, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021. The Act extends the deadline for PPP loan applications from March 31, 2021 …
Summary of Employment-Related Provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (the “Act”) into law on March 11, 2021. In addition to providing economic relief to individuals and continuing additional unemployment …
MDHHS Emergency Order Loosens Gathering and Occupancy Limits
On March 2, 2021, Governor Whitmer and MDHHS issued an updated “Emergency Order” limiting gatherings and requiring face masks, with some loosening of gathering and occupancy limits. Click here for …
Critical Update for Employers: Amended COVID Employee Quarantine Rules
Michigan has recently amended its quarantine rules, indicating when an employee affected by COVID-19 can return to work, to better harmonize with current CDC guidance. Click here to read more …
Summary of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021
The $900 billion Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 was signed into law at the end of 2020. The Act extended unemployment benefits, and also included Round …
Updated MDHHS Order – “Three-Week Pause”
Due to rising COVID-19 cases, the MDHHS has issued a new Emergency Order which goes into effect on November 18, and continues through December 8. The new Emergency Order imposes …
New COVID-19-Related Laws
The Michigan legislature recently passed a handful of new laws related to COVID-19 that affect businesses and employers. These laws have the effect of limiting a business’s liability in the …