In Brief
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In Brief
Managing School Finances During Uncertain Times: What Should I Be Doing Now?
By Robbins Schwartz |
Revenues and expenses are always difficult to predict, so preparing a viable budget and keeping it in balance are among the most challenging demands school financial officials will face.
Electronic Bidding Requirements in Light of COVID-19 Shutdown
By Robbins Schwartz |
Due to language in the Governor’s Executive Order 2020‐15, issued March 27, 2020, many school districts and contractors have had questions regarding whether electronic bid openings are permissible for construction…
Department of Labor Issues Rules for New Federal Leave Laws
By Robbins Schwartz |
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), requires private employers with less than 500 employees and all public sector employers to provide eligible employees with new paid leave benefits for…
Recommendations for Higher Education Institutions Responding to a Report That a Student or Employee Has Tested Positive for COVID-19
By Robbins Schwartz |
We have prepared the following guidance to assist institutions when responding to these reports and determining what information should be shared with the community.
Transitioning from “Act of God” Days to “Remote Learning Days”
By Robbins Schwartz |
Last night, the Governor issued Executive Order 2020‐15 focused on schools and “days” after March 30, 2020. Emergency rules, guidance and joint statements followed from many agencies dedicated to chartering…
DOL Issues Model Notice and More on Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Expanded FMLA
By Robbins Schwartz |
Today and yesterday, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance for employer regarding the emergency paid sick leave and expanded Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).…
COVID-19: Guidance Following the “Stay at Home” Order
By Robbins Schwartz |
Information surrounding COVID‐19 continues to evolve at a rapid pace. We will continue to provide relevant updates for our clients. We plan to issue further guidance for K‐12 institutions relevant…
Executive Order 2020-10’s Effect on Construction Projects
By Robbins Schwartz |
In addition to requiring Illinoisans to stay at home, Executive Order 2020‐10 also requires non‐essential businesses and operations to cease. However, the Order states that “[a]ll Essential Businesses and Operations…
COVID-19: Updated Guidance on Preparedness and Response
By Robbins Schwartz |
Information surrounding COVID‐19 (Coronavirus) is constantly evolving as we continue to learn more about the virus including how it is transmitted, actions being taken to prevent its spread, and what…
Key Information about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
By Robbins Schwartz |
On March 11, 2020, the House of Representatives introduced the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “Families First Bill”) which, if signed into law, provides FY2020 supplemental funding, emergency waivers,…