On March 27, 2020, Congress passed “The Coronavirus Air, Relief, and Economic Security Act” (CARES Act), which included the “Paycheck Protection Program” (PPP) for small businesses. The PPP allows businesses to keep their workforce employed during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering SBA loans. By April 16, 2020, just 14 days after the loan program become …
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The Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance (“SST Ordinance”) applies to employees who work within the geographic boundaries of the city of Minneapolis for at least 80 hours per year (as defined by the SST Ordinance). In accordance with the SST Ordinance, all such employees accrue sick and safe time, generally at the rate of …
On May 13, 2020, Minnesota Governor Walz announced the safe reopening of places of employment and the expansion of non-work activities through a phased “Stay Safe Plan.” Phase I (May 18 – June 1, 2020): On May 18, 2020, pursuant to Executive Order 20-56 (the “Phase I Order”), the Stay At Home Order issued by …
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