The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced it has more than 500 Work-Share Program plans with almost 18,000 worker participants in Wisconsin, according to an organization release.
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, between 2016 and March 15, 2020, Wisconsin had only 20 total Work-Share plans involving 899 participants. Some employers are bringing employees that were laid off due to COVID-19 back at reduced hours.
Under the CARES Act, the federal government covers 100% of the unemployment benefits paid through the Work-Share plan through the end of the year, once the plan has been approved.
