Review COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions

COVID-19 Resources

The Kansas Department of Labor recognizes the impact of COVID-19 on employers and workers alike. We are here to assist as we tackle this challenge together. We will continue to update this web page with available resources and contact information as it becomes available.

For the latest updates on COVID-19, visit the Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s website.

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Workers

Filing for Unemployment

Unemployment insurance benefits may be available to individuals who are involuntarily unemployed as a result of COVID-19.

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is a broad program that expands access to unemployment, in addition to what state and federal law already pay.

Wage and Hour Questions

The USDOL Wage and Hour Division provides insight into issues employers and employees may face in response to COVID-19 as they relate to the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Employers

Spreadsheet Filing for Unemployment

Some businesses may be forced to temporarily lay off employees due to COVID-19 but those employers can assist their employees with filing for Unemployment Benefits.

Shared Work Program

The Shared Work Program is an excellent tool to use in lieu of a temporary, total layoff of employees. To participate, normal weekly work hours for employees must be reduced by 20-40% and apply to at least 10% of employees.

Workplace Safety

The United States Department of Labor (USDOL) Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) provides practical guidance on how to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)
TEFAP provides free USDA commodities to households with income below 130% of the federal poverty level.
Supplemental Food Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP food assistance is a monthly benefit which allows individuals and families to purchase food for themselves and their families.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
TANF cash assistance provides a monthly benefit to low-income families with children to help them pay for basic needs, including shelter, utilities, diapers and transportation.
Child Care Assistance
Child care assistance provides a monthly benefit to working families to help pay all or part of their child care expenses.