The Details on Frontline Worker Pay

June 9, 2022  |  Barton Walter and Krier

The Minnesota Legislature recently passed a bill that offers extra pay to those whose work was essential during the COVID-19 emergency period. Who qualifies for this “hero pay”? Keep reading to get the details on Frontline Worker Pay and find out what to know about the new law – as an employer or an employee. What is Frontline Worker Pay? On April 29, 2022, Governor Tim Walz signed into law a program that provides payment to COVID-19 frontline workers. The Frontline Worker Pay law is a way to thank those who continued to work during the pandemic because the requirements of their jobs necessitated an in-person presence. Eligible workers can apply for their share of a state-funded $500 million bonus pool. Information continues to evolve […]

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