As featured in #WorkforceWednesday: This week, several COVID-19 vaccine news developments and updates were announced for employers.
Paid Leave Tax Credit for Employers
President Biden recently announced employers that offer full pay to workers for vaccinations and recovery may be entitled to a paid leave tax credit.
EEOC Promises Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Programs
EEOC acting legal counsel Carol Miaskoff said recently that the agency will release guidance on vaccine incentive programs.
OSHA Offers Guidance on Vaccine Reaction Reporting
Guidance from OSHA states that only employers that mandate vaccines are required to record adverse reactions. This applies to all employers that penalize employees with employment consequences if they don’t get vaccinated.