Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor announced some proposed efforts to help workers and employers fight the coronavirus pandemic:
- Announcement of two Dislocated Worker Grants awards totaling $13,500,000 to help address the workforce related impact of the public health emergency related to the pandemic. These awards are funded under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.
- Provision of $100 million to states to combat unemployment insurance fraud and recover improper payments.