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The IUPAT wants to ensure that we leave no stone unturned in providing every resource out there in dealing with the impact of COVID-19 on our members, our brothers, our sisters, and our families. We all know too well, the negative financial effect that crisis and economic downturn can take on every one of us.
Although there are many resources we have made available, members that have not yet been impacted have reached out to learn how to directly take part in keeping their Brothers and Sisters heads above water. We’ve all felt hard times and we want to ensure that spirit of solidarity remains intact.
That’s why we’ve set up an online fund for members to donate and share. Many the regions and industries that we work in have been decimated but we all know that IUPAT Members heed the call!
Many more resources are available! Below you will find:
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- Call Center
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- Annuity Update
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- Direct Deposit
IUPAT BOLD ACTION PLATFORM FOR WORKING FAMILIES
First and foremost, there must be no bailouts for big corporations without a bailout for workers. Second, any corporate assistance issued should be engineered to reach the paychecks of workers, not just executives. Corporate assistance should be limited in scope, and should include provisions that protect the rights and economic interests of low- and middle- income workers.
Furthermore, working families need Congress to take these four Bold Actions now:
- Immediate cash infusion and extended medical leave
- Provide healthcare protections for both the insured and uninsured
- Bolster/secure retirement plans
- Invest in American infrastructure
Join us in telling Congress: don’t leave construction workers behind.
Statements
Pension Department Update (March 19, 2020)
Resources
Coronavirus Information
Our members should stay informed from trusted international, national, and local public health professionals to learn more about this pandemic and steps we can take to stay safe.
IUPAT COVID-19 Jobsite Guidance
AFL-CIO COVID-19 Outbreak Resources
Wages, Hours and Leave
The Wage and Hour Division is providing information on common issues employers and workers face when responding to COVID-19, including the effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Unemployment Insurance Flexibilities
NOTE: Check with your state’s unemployment insurance program regarding the rules in your state.
The Employment and Training Administration announced new guidance outlining state flexibilities in administering their unemployment insurance programs to assist Americans affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Under the guidance, federal law permits significant flexibility for states to amend their laws to provide unemployment insurance benefits in multiple scenarios related to COVID-19. For example, federal law allows states to pay benefits where:
- An employer temporarily ceases operations due to COVID-19, preventing employees from coming to work;
- An individual is quarantined with the expectation of returning to work after the quarantine is over; and
- An individual leaves employment due to a risk of exposure or infection or to care for a family member.
In addition, federal law does not require an employee to quit in order to receive benefits due to the impact of COVID-19.
