COVID-19 Resources
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury
Department, today released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection
Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. This action streamlines the PPP forgiveness process to
provide financial and administrative relief to America’s smallest businesses while also ensuring
sound stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
Latest news from the Office of the Governor
ALERT! Payroll Protection Program Applications Now Available
PPP Resources:
Open Texas Checklists for Businesses
Effective May 1, 2020
- Protocols for Individuals (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for all Employers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Retailers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Retail Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Restaurants (revised 6/26/2020)
- Protocols for Restaurant Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Movie Theaters (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Movie Theater Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Museums and Libraries (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Museum and Library Visitors (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Outdoor Sport Participants (revised 6/9/2020)
- Protocols for Churches and Places of Worship (revised 5/26/2020)
- Special Guidance for Texans Over 65 (revised 5/5/2020)
Effective May 5, 2020
- Protocols for Churches and Places of Worship Attendees (revised 5/18/2020)
- Protocols for Wedding Reception Venues (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Wedding Reception Attendees (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Wedding Venues (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Wedding Attendees (revised 6/3/2020)
Effective May 8, 2020
- Protocols for Nail Salons and Shops (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Nail Salon Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Parks, Beaches, and Bodies of Water (including swimming pools) (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Tanning Salons (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Tanning Salon Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Barber Shops (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Barber Shop Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Cosmetology Salons and Hair Salons (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Cosmetology Salons and Hair Salon Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
Effective May 18, 2020
- Protocols for Manufacturers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for All Office-Based Employees (revised 5/18/2020)
- Protocols for All Office-Based Employers (revised 6/4/2020)
- Protocols for Gyms and Exercise Facilities (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Gym and Exercise Facility Patrons (revised 5/18/2020)
- Protocols for Child Care Centers
- Protocols for Child Care Families
- Protocols for Massage, Personal-Care, and Beauty Services
- Protocols for Massage, Personal-Care, and Beauty Customers
- Protocols for Youth Clubs (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Youth Club Participants (revised 6/3/2020)
Effective May 22, 2020
- Protocols for Bowling Alleys, Bingo Halls, Simulcasting, and Skating Rinks (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Bowling, Bingo, Simulcasting, and Skating Customers (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Rodeo/Equestrian Events (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Zoos, Aquariums, and Natural Caverns (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Zoo, Aquarium, Natural Cavern Visitors (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Outdoor Motorsports Events (revised 6/3/2020)
Effective May 26, 2020
- Protocols for Driving Schools (revised 6/3/2020)
Effective May 29, 2020
- Protocols for Waterpark Operators (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Waterpark Visitors (revised 6/3/2020)
Effective May 31, 2020
- Protocols for Day Youth Camp Operators (revised 6/4/2020)
- Protocols for Day Youth Camp Families (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Overnight Youth Camp Operators (revised 6/4/2020)
- Protocols for Overnight Youth Camp Families (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Youth Sports Operators (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Youth Sports Families
- Protocols for Professional Sports Leagues (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Adult Recreational Sports Operators (revised 6/3/2020)
- Protocols for Adult Recreation Sport Participants
Effective June 3, 2020
- Protocols for Amusement Park Operators
- Protocols for Amusement Park Visitors
- Protocols for Fine Arts Performance Halls
- Protocols for Fine Arts Performance Hall Patrons
- Protocols for Media Production
- Protocols for Outdoor Events (revised 6/26/2020)
- Protocols for Valet Parking Services
- Protocols for Video Game Facilities
Effective June 26, 2020
- Bars & Bar Patrons
(All bars and similar establishments that receive more than 51% of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages are required to close at 12:00PM June 26, 2020. These businesses may remain open for delivery and take-out, including for alcoholic beverages, as authorized by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.)
US Chamber Small Business Loans
To extend a helping hand to small businesses suffering from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation – in partnership with Vistaprint and a coalition of supporting companies, foundations, and philanthropic donors – is working to provide financial relief through the Save Small Business Fund. This fund is a key pillar of the U.S. Chamber’s Save Small Business Initiative.
The Fund is providing $5,000 in short-term relief to employers across the United States, including chambers of commerce. These one-time supplemental cash grants are for businesses that have between three and 20 employees and operate in an economically vulnerable community (you can search eligibility by zip code here).
The grant application will go live on Monday, April 20 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT. To learn more about the Save Small Business Fund and to apply for a grant, visit savesmallbusiness.com.
Main Street Business Lending Program
10-Point Small-Business COVID-19 Survival Guide
Small Business Development Center
The SBDC provides free advice and services to small businesses. For additional help navigating relief options, call your regional office in Athens at (903) 675-7403 or visit their website at www.sbdctvcc.org.
PPP & EIDL Overview
Small Business Association Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Business owners are especially urged to complete the Economic Injury Worksheet ASAP so you can begin tracking your expenses and losses during the pandemic.
Texas Workforce Commission / Unemployment
Recommended Call and Access Times
- Area codes beginning with 9 should call Monday, Wednesday or Friday between 8:00 a.m. and noon.
- Area codes beginning with 3, 4, 5, or 6 should call Monday, Wednesday or Friday between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Area codes beginning with 7 or 8 should call Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday between 8:00 a.m. and noon.
- Area codes beginning with 2 should call Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Business & Employer Recommendations from the CDC
This interim guidance is based on what is currently known about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The outbreak first started in China, but the virus continues to spread internationally and in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will update this interim guidance as additional information becomes available.
Latest Updates and Information on COVID-19
This interim guidance is based on what is currently known about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The outbreak first started in China, but the virus continues to spread internationally and in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will update this interim guidance as additional information becomes available.
Support Local Businesses
The Canton Visitors Bureau has created a new weblink www.CantonTxEats.com for local restaurants to share their hours of operation and curbside and delivery options. This will continue in operation even after the pandemic as a local restaurant guide. If you own or manage a restaurant, please add your information to the site.
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