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Rhode Island
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on April 26, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Rhode Island, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Resource Center website or Rhode Island's Department of Health website.
Description of Program and Relief
Sick and Safe Leave
Under the existing Healthy and Safe Families Act (RI General Law § 28-57), Rhode Island private sector employees have the right to take time off from work to care for themselves when they are too sick to work or to care for their child, spouse, domestic partner, or other member of their household due to the effects of COVID-19. Employers must at minimum provide one hour of sick/safe leave for every 35 hours worked, with time accruing on the first day of employment. Full-time employees may earn up to 40 hours per year.
Government or Lead Agency
The Department of Labor and Training (“DLT”)
Dates Available
Effective immediately
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
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Must be private sector employee;
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Must not be a per diem nurse who (i) works at a health care facility; (ii) is under no obligation to work a regular schedule; and (iii) receives higher pay than others who work a regular schedule while performing the same job;
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Must work part-time, full-time, seasonally, or temporarily in Rhode Island more than in any other state.
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