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Coronavirus Updates

Washington, May 29, 2020
UPDATE: The Small Business Administration in consultation with the U.S. Treasury released new information on the Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness, Loan Review Procedures and Borrower and Lender Responsibilities. Click for details.

The Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application has been made available by the Small Business Administration. Click here to get started.

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launches COVID Coach app, a new mobile app designed to help both Veterans and civilians cope with feelings of stress and anxiety experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic

Agribusinesses impacted by COVID-19 can apply for Small Business Administration assistance. Click to get started.

Economic Impact Payments Frequently Asked Questions - UPDATED

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Available for the State of Mississippi

Drive Thru Testing Sites - LATEST

Guidelines for Opening Up American Again

Small Business Administration is accepting new applications for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)-COVID-19 related assistance program - agriculture only.

Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive automatic COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments.

CMS Announces Antibody Testing

SBA.gov/Coronavirus Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources Page

Coronavirus.gov Small Business Resources Page

UPDATED: Administration FAQ on the Paycheck Protection Program

America Works Together: Click to read about Mississippians stepping up to help others.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Recommend Cloth Face Coverings

Natchez Trace Parkway Modifies Operations to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

Small Business Paycheck Protection Program - What's it all about?

Social Security Recipients Automatically Receive Economic Impact Payments

Assistance for Small Businesses - U.S. Department of the Treasury/Paycheck Protection Program

CARES Act: Unemployment Insurance Questions Answered - House Ways and Means Committee

Click here for FAQs on the Phases I, II, III Coronavirus Packages - House Ways and Means Committee

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) - What's in it? Click HERE.

Background on all legislation that Congress has passed to respond to COVID-19

Governor Tate Reeves's request for an Economic Disaster Declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has been approved. The entire State of Mississippi has been declared a disaster for COVID-19, opening up disaster loan assistance for small businesses and eligible non-profits for economic injury relief. Click HERE to start the process.

Local medical providers are making COVID-19 testing available at locations across Mississippi. For locations and testing requirements, please click HERE.

New Telehealth App, Drive-Through Specimen Collection to Speed COVID-19 Testing Click to read the story.

The State Department has released a statement advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Click to read the alert.

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has signed an executive order to close public schools through April 17.

Attention: Small Business Owners - The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges small business owners to fill out a Estimated Disaster Economic Injury Worksheet for Businesses. Send completed paperwork to tdemuth@mema.ms.gov. Details are available HERE.

Below, you can find the most up-to-date information regarding the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States and measures you should take to keep yourself and your family safe. 

The House Ways and Means Committee has assembled a list of frequently asked questions regarding the Administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic. To learn more, please click on the link.

 
Here are some resources to help you stay informed: 


Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Mississippi State Department of Health

Mississippi Coronavirus Hotline 8-5:00, Monday-Friday 877-978-6453

U.S. Department of State - Advisories and more

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program - if you're abroad then you should register in STEP so the State Department can keep you updated and contact you.

Embassy Specific Information

Coronavirus.gov


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