Paid Family and Medical Leave is still a hot topic in Massachusetts, although the recently delayed opening has provided a bit of breathing room for businesses needing to comply, and has given the State a chance to answer some of our more pressing questions. 

One of our main questions was: If the children and spouse of a self employed S-Corp employer are being compensated, are they exempt from the tax?

The answer came back from the state: Yes, children and spouses are exempt from the program.

A lot of our clients have had questions about counting their workforce – especially seasonal businesses. 
New charts and examples about how to calculate your workforce are available in the FAQ HERE.

You can always check the MA DOR’s website for updates.

The State is also offering a newsletter for updates as they happen. You can subscribe HERE.