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Date: 2/26/2021 newsworldabc
House set to approve Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package, send bill to the Senate
KEY POINTS
- The House aims to pass its $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package on Friday and send it to the Senate.
- Democrats hope to get the bill, which includes direct payments, jobless benefits and Covid-19 vaccination funds, to President Joe Biden’s desk before unemployment aid expires March 14.
- Proponents of the bill say still-fragile households and businesses need more support in the coming months, while critics question whether the amount of spending is necessary.
News On New Covid 19 Aid For Businesses 1/21/2021
Paycheck Protection Program
Who’s eligible: Smaller businesses
How much money: Up to $10 million per business ($285 billion total)
Where’s it from: Federal government’s COVID-19 aid package
PPP loans offer the largest chunk of funds for businesses. This is the second round of the program, but most businesses that saw money in the first round last summer are eligible again.
The loans are forgivable, meaning the businesses don’t have to pay the money back if they meet certain criteria – like spending at least 60% of the funds on payroll costs.
Businesses must have 500 or fewer employees to receive funds, although those that received loans in the first round must have 300 or fewer employees to be eligible this time.
Borrowers are eligible to receive loans up to 2.5 times their average monthly payroll with a max of $10 million for first-time borrowers and $2 million for returning businesses.
Applications for PPP loans have already opened for some, and will open for all by Jan. 19. The application period ends March 31.
For more details on the program and how to connect with a lender, visit the U.S. Small Business Administration’s website.
Who’s eligible: Smaller businesses
How much money: Up to $10 million per business ($285 billion total)
Where’s it from: Federal government’s COVID-19 aid package
PPP loans offer the largest chunk of funds for businesses. This is the second round of the program, but most businesses that saw money in the first round last summer are eligible again.
The loans are forgivable, meaning the businesses don’t have to pay the money back if they meet certain criteria – like spending at least 60% of the funds on payroll costs.
Businesses must have 500 or fewer employees to receive funds, although those that received loans in the first round must have 300 or fewer employees to be eligible this time.
Borrowers are eligible to receive loans up to 2.5 times their average monthly payroll with a max of $10 million for first-time borrowers and $2 million for returning businesses.
Applications for PPP loans have already opened for some, and will open for all by Jan. 19. The application period ends March 31.
For more details on the program and how to connect with a lender, visit the U.S. Small Business Administration’s website.
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COVID-19 Information, Testing, Resources, News - JANUARARY 21, 2021
We're in this together! Looking for help? Find information related to the COVID-19 pandemic. For residents with questions about city services and programs you are encouraged to call: (602) 262-3111 or contactus@phoenix.gov.
Free Covid - 19 Testing And Results
Maricopa County is working with trusted partners to provide testing in communities around the valley. The goal is to enhance the testing capacity already put in place by the state of Arizona and some cities. Please view testing site event details and criteria before walking in and/or setting up an appointment. Find Free Testing Sites Covid-19
Arizona: Phoenix Businesses In need of Help
For Phoenix Small Businesses needing help, you can call the Phoenix Community and Economic Development hotline at (602) 262-5040.
We're in this together! Looking for help? Find information related to the COVID-19 pandemic. For residents with questions about city services and programs you are encouraged to call: (602) 262-3111 or contactus@phoenix.gov.
Free Covid - 19 Testing And Results
Maricopa County is working with trusted partners to provide testing in communities around the valley. The goal is to enhance the testing capacity already put in place by the state of Arizona and some cities. Please view testing site event details and criteria before walking in and/or setting up an appointment. Find Free Testing Sites Covid-19
Arizona: Phoenix Businesses In need of Help
For Phoenix Small Businesses needing help, you can call the Phoenix Community and Economic Development hotline at (602) 262-5040.
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Help For Homeowners
If your ability to pay your mortgage is impacted, and your loan is owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac (use the "loan lookup" tools: https://www.knowyouroptions.com/loanlookup for Fannie Mae or https://ww3.freddiemac.com/loanlookup/ for Freddie Mac to find out) if you may be eligible to delay making your monthly mortgage payments for a temporary period, during which:
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There are hardship programs in place to help homeowners who have been directly or indirectly affected by the coronavirus and are struggling to make their mortgage payments. The Federal Housing Finance Agency, which oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, encourages homeowners adversely impacted by the coronavirus who are having difficulty paying their mortgages to reach out to their mortgage servicers as soon as possible. You can find the number for your mortgage servicer on your monthly mortgage statement or coupon book.
FHFA has established a dedicated webpage with relevant updates and resources available here: www.fhfa.gov/coronavirus(link is external)
Additionally, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have their own dedicated webpages for homeowners, with online tools for determining if your mortgage is owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac:
Fannie Mae: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help(link is external)
FHFA has established a dedicated webpage with relevant updates and resources available here: www.fhfa.gov/coronavirus(link is external)
Additionally, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have their own dedicated webpages for homeowners, with online tools for determining if your mortgage is owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac:
Fannie Mae: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help(link is external)
- Use Fannie Mae’s Loan Lookup Tool(link is external)
- Or call 1-800-2FANNIE (1-800-232-6643)
- Use Freddie Mac’s Loan Lookup Tool(link is external)
- Or call 1-800-FREDDIE (1-800-373-3343)
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If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, or other essential services, go to the 211.org/services/covid19 Web Site, to speak to someone who can help. By using the COVID-19 SCREENING TOOL there, you can find various help related to covid-19. |
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Cash, Medical and Nutritional Assistance
DES is committed to providing assistance to Arizona communities during the COVID-19 outbreak to meet their basic needs. Apply for Nutrition, Cash and Medical Assistance online or call (855) 432-7587.
Apply Today: The DES Coordinated Hunger Relief Program partners with regional food banks to provide food to individuals in need. Learn More (link is external)
DES is committed to providing assistance to Arizona communities during the COVID-19 outbreak to meet their basic needs. Apply for Nutrition, Cash and Medical Assistance online or call (855) 432-7587.
Apply Today: The DES Coordinated Hunger Relief Program partners with regional food banks to provide food to individuals in need. Learn More (link is external)
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As a public service announcement, we remind everyone that the Cold and flu season is here, and you have control over protecting yourself and family from getting sick by learning when and how to wash your hands. Parents need to teach children the best way to wash their hands so they can help prevent the spread of illness. Washing Often is Key If you’re not sure, just go ahead and wash your hands. Quick guide to help you prevent spreading germs: "Before eating food, touching dishes or utensils". "Before and after caring for someone at home who is sick with vomiting or diarrhea". "Before and after treating a cut or wound". "Before and after feeding a baby Before, During, and After". "Before, during, and after preparing food After". "After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing". "After touching an animal, animal feed, or animal waste". "After touching garbage". "After handling dirty laundry". "After touching public items like shopping cards and handles". |
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The Arizona Disability Coalition (ADC) is a statewide, cross-disability coalition. The ADC includes individuals and organizations from across Arizona, where you will find people disabilities have equal opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of life. For Information Contact Us
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Free Training For Covid 19 Relief Funds 1/21/2021
THE PROGRAM
The CARES Act Readiness Program for Small Businesses is a free training program that helps both novice and experienced borrowers navigate the CARES Act and get access to the capital they need to sustain their business.
The Arizona Small Business Association and Arizona Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to bring you the CARES Act Readiness Program for Small Businesses. This training program – which is offered at no cost to you – helps both novice and experienced borrowers successfully access relief funds.
The CARES Act Readiness Program for Small Businesses is a free training program that helps both novice and experienced borrowers navigate the CARES Act and get access to the capital they need to sustain their business.
The Arizona Small Business Association and Arizona Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to bring you the CARES Act Readiness Program for Small Businesses. This training program – which is offered at no cost to you – helps both novice and experienced borrowers successfully access relief funds.
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Short-Term Crisis Services (STCS)
Program provides temporary assistance to low-income families experiencing an emergency need that cannot be met immediately by their own income, and resources to help stabilize an immediate financial crisis. A dependent child must live in the home.
The STCS Program provides emergency assistance with:
A crisis, according to the STCS program, may be defined as one of the following:
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Program provides temporary assistance to low-income families experiencing an emergency need that cannot be met immediately by their own income, and resources to help stabilize an immediate financial crisis. A dependent child must live in the home.
The STCS Program provides emergency assistance with:
- Preventing homelessness by helping with rent or mortgage payments
- Emergency shelter
- Utility payments and utility deposit assistance
- Special needs related to maintaining or securing employment
- Rental deposits
A crisis, according to the STCS program, may be defined as one of the following:
- A separation from the family that resulted from domestic violence where the applicant is unable to return home
- Loss of income
- An unforeseen event that makes it difficult to meet one’s expenses
- A situation that endangers the health and safety of the family
- Applicant must be able to explain and provide proof of emergency need for assistance.
For More Information Click Here
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Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA):
As of 1/21/2021, the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) provides benefits to individuals who are historically ineligible for regular unemployment benefits. To learn more about PUA, visit the PUA webpage. File a PUA Claim For Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) |
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ARIZONA @ WORK
ARIZONA @ WORK offers no-cost workforce readiness services to help job seekers get back to work and help employers hire and retain the best labor force for their needs. Learn more about job search services, resume support and training opportunities. Check ARIZONA @ WORK for an expansive list of employers who are hiring immediately. DES is also hiring for many job openings across the state. View Jobs Hiring Now View Open DES Jobs |
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