As used in this chapter , unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “COVID-19” means the same as defined in section 686D.2 . 2. “Employee” means an individual who is employed in this state for wages by an employer. “Employee” includes an applicant for employment. 3. “Employer” means a person, as defined in chapter 4 , who employs an individual in this state for wages. 2021 Acts, 2nd Ex, ch 1, §1, 5