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The Chamber is closely monitoring the recommendations and guidelines provided to businesses related to the corona virus disease 2019 (Covid-19). Below you will find a series of links to news articles, tool kits and information specific to business and industry and the response to the virus. We encourage you to check these links often, as well as all other information being continuously updated and provided by the Centers for Disease Control. We also want to remind you that many of our local businessess remain open and ready to serve you. Your support of our local businesses is what keeps our economy healthy. Following the guidelines set by the CDC will help prevent the spread of Covid-19 and strains of the flu and will keep our people and our businesses healthy. |
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Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued her fourteenth supplemental emergency proclamation containing an amended Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or other facial covering when in public and in close contact with other people, as described in the order. This amended order extends until July 31, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
Amended Safer at Home Order
Mask Order FAQ
Safer at Home Info Sheet 1
Safer at Home Info Sheet 2
Safer at Home Info Sheet 3
Fourteenth Supplemental Emergency Proclamation
Resources for Businesses
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ABC Emergency Order regarding on-premise alcohol sales
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Rebates will automatically be provided as follows: $1,200 for individuals, or $2,400 for married couples who filed jointly (MFJ) – individuals and couples will receive $500 for each qualifying dependent child under the age of 17. Amounts will be decreased based on income restrictions.
Payments due on federal student loan are suspended through September 30, 2020. Interest shall not accrue on federal student loans during the suspended payment period. Non-payment will not result in ineligibility for loan forgiveness or loan rehabilitation programs.
Additional Minority Business Development Agency funding has been made available.
CNCS educational award eligibility will be preserved even if required to limit or leave position due to COVID-19.
CNCS terms can be extended to allow for continued service related to addressing COVID-19.
Workforce Innovation Opportunity Funds received by States that remain unobligated may be used for a statewide rapid response activity or released to local boards most impacted by COVID-19 for rapid response activities.
Treasury is authorized to make loans, loan guarantees, and other investments in support of air carriers, businesses who have not received adequate relief under the CARES Act, States, and municipalities that do not, in the aggregate, exceed $500,000,000,000
The Alabama Department of Revenue has provided a page with information about state taxpayer relief and extensions. To visit their page, please click here.
The Alabama Department of Public Health is maintaining a chart of infections by county and updates twice daily. Their site also collects public health orders regarding businesses. To visit their page, please click here.
The Alabama Department of Labor has established a page of resources, including contact information and news releases related to the expansion and additional waivers related to unemployment eligibility. To visit their page, please click here.
FEDERAL RESOURCES
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has set up a page with information about their Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program, guidance for businesses and employers, SBA products and resources, access to capital and exporting assistance, government contracting and local assistance. To visit their page, please click here.
The purpose of this FEMA page is to help the public distinguish between rumors and facts regarding the response to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Rumors can easily circulate within communities during a crisis. Do your part to the stop the spread of disinformation by doing 3 easy things; don’t believe the rumors, don’t pass them along and go to trusted sources of information to get the facts about the federal (COVID-19) response. To visit their page, please click here
The IRS has a page dedicated specifically to tax relief and deferment related to COVID-19 for taxpayers. To visit their page, please click here
The Department of Labor (DOL) has set up a page with information to help workers and employers to prepare for COVID-19. To visit their page, please click here.
New regulations related to Families First Act released 3/24/2020, please click here.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta hosts a page on their website with a thorough Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about COVID-19, resources on how to prepare your family, as well as information for travelers, schools and childcare, businesses and employers, and community and faith-based organizations. To visit their page, please click here.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has established “Combating the Coronavirus” on their website with resources including workplace tips for employees, customizable flyers and signage, preparedness checklists, social media toolkits, travel notices, and reports on the worldwide economic condition and how it may impact your business. To visit their page, please click here.
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