Protecting Workers' Healthcare During Employer Lockouts
This act aims to protect employees' access to health insurance when an employer temporarily suspends their employment (lockout). These changes are designed to prevent workers from losing health benefits during collective bargaining disputes, which can significantly impact their financial and health security.
Key points
Employers are now prohibited from terminating employee health coverage during a lockout.
Violations can result in significant civil penalties for employers, up to $150,000 per violation.
Company directors and officers may also face personal liability if they directed or knew about the violation and failed to prevent it.
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