The American Rescue Plan Act: How the New Legislation Affects Employers
Ashley R. McLachlan
Former Associate
Jessica Van Ranken
Associate
Elizabeth S. Wylie
Former Partner
Christy D. Joseph
Of Counsel
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021. Within this $1.9 trillion relief Bill, Congress extended certain previously enacted COVID-19 stimulus package provisions and expanded on previous measures, providing more relief and creating new obligations. Here, we highlight a few key provisions of the Act relevant to employers.