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Brazil Takes Steps to Manage Labor Force During COVID-19 Pandemic
New Legislation Enacted
Author: Renata Neeser, Shareholder – Littler United States
As countries worldwide are coping with effects of the coronavirus outbreak, Brazil declared a state of public disaster (Legislative Decree # 88/2020) on March 18, 2020, which will allow the government to spend beyond the annual budget to assist with health needs and to support employment. The day before, Brazil’s Minister of Economy, Paulo Guedes, announced several measures to mitigate the economic impacts of the coronavirus, which is estimated to have reached R$147 billion. Meanwhile, some large cities in Brazil have implemented their own restrictions to help limit the virus’ spread. This article, published under the same title on littler.com, discusses how the government’s measures affect employers.
COVID-19 Resources for Employers in Brazil
New Legislation Enacted
Author: Renata Neeser, Shareholder – Littler United States
Because the COVID-19 situation is dynamic, with new governmental measures each day, employers should consult with counsel for the latest developments and updated guidance on this topic. Littler has published various articles, addressing related concerns – by topic, industry, and geographic region, including covering Brazil’s governmental measures – to help employers identify issues and weigh their options. Littler’s articles can be found in its “Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for Employers” page.
