Expiration of EPSL and EFMLA on December 31, 2020

Earlier this year, the Federal government passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which is in effect through December 31, 2020.  This law provides two types of paid leave for COVID-19 reasons: Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) and Expanded Family Medical Leave (EFML). 

With the end of the FFCRA on December 31, 2020, employees currently on EPSL or EFML will need to convert to another form of leave, since these leaves are no longer legally authorized or available.  Employees who need leave for reasons related to COVID-19 on or after January 1, 2021 should work with their supervisors and Human Resources regarding which type of leave is appropriate for their situations.