Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Orders Protecting Employees

Governor Whitmer has signed an executive Order, prohibiting employers from discharging or otherwise disciplining employees who elect to stay home when they or close contacts are sick.

Whitmer went on to say every Michigander should feel empowered to make the responsible choice to stay home if they or someone they have been in contact with is sick.

Under the new order, employers should treat employees who choose to stay home, as if they’re on medical leave.