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.