President Biden signs the American Rescue Plan Act, OSHA launches COVID-19 National Emphasis Program and the latest mask guidance from the CDC

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This week, we’re bringing you updates on President Joe Biden signing the American Rescue Plan Act, OSHA launching the COVID-19 National Emphasis Program and the latest mast guidance from the CDC.

President Biden signs American Rescue Plan Act, addresses nation

On March 11, Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The new law has many relevant aspects for employers including, but not limited to, COBRA continuation coverage, modifications to the Paycheck Protection Program, employer credits for paid and sick family leave, and employee retention credits.

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OSHA launches COVID-19 National Emphasis Program, prioritizes onsite inspections

Under Biden’s directions, OSHA has introduced a new National Emphasis Program aimed at companies who put the largest numbers of workers at risk for COVID-19 exposure. The program will focus on employers that retaliate against workers who file complaints related to job site safety. OSHA will be visiting job sites to ensure safety unless it is unsafe to do so.

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The latest mask guidance from the CDC

The CDC recently updated its mask-usage recommendations. Specifically, employers with employees working in close contact may consider providing disposable masks and recommending employees wear two masks to reduce possible spread of the virus.

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COVID-19 vaccination: Key employment issues

Nearly every employer will soon be faced with deciding whether to require employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. In deciding, employers have several employment issues to consider such as qualified exemptions under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VII religious exemptions.

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The latest March 2021 construction statistics. Learn more about construction spending, jobs, project starts and all other industry-related data here.

Industry pulse: The latest construction data and statistics

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