New Federal Law and Regulatory Changes Aim to Provide Greater Unemployment and Leave Support during COVID-19

Updated 4/20/20 The CARES Act, the third federal COVID-19 Congressional response, provided a $1,200 stimulus payment to individuals making less than $75,000 a year. This payment is actually considered a rebate on previously filed taxes. It is not considered income, and is not taxable. For individuals who are currently receiving unemployment benefits, this payment doesn't need to be reported