President Donald Trump recently signed into law an emergency stimulus package designed to deliver approximately $900 billion in COVID-19-related aid.The chart below provides an overview of the highlights of the new stimulus package, and how it compares to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act signed into law in March 2020. This will …
Comparing the Two Major COVID-19 Stimulus Packages Read More »
On Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, President Donald Trump signed into law an emergency stimulus package designed to deliver approximately $900 billion in COVID-19-related aid. This bill was passed by Congress after months of negotiation, and was attached to a $1.4 trillion spending package that will keep the government open for the fiscal year. Notably, this …
As the pandemic continues, social distancing doesn’t need to mean social isolation. Consider the tips outlined in this video to maintain social connections or reconnect with your network. © 2020 Zywave, Inc. All rights reserved.
On Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) clarified what “close contact” means as it relates to COVID-19-prevention guidance. Previously, the CDC defined close contact as spending 15 straight minutes within 6 feet of another person. Now, the organization redefined the term to mean a total of 15 minutes within …
CDC Redefines “Close Contact” Under COVID-19 Guidance Read More »
The Small Business Administration (SBA) and the U.S. Department of Treasury (Treasury) recently released a simpler Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application Form 3508S and instructions. This updated, simple two-page application is for borrowers of $50,000 or less, and is not for use by borrowers who received PPP loans totaling $2 million or more …
SBA Announces Simpler PPP Loan Forgiveness for Smaller Loans Read More »
The past few months have seen multiple instances of aggression and violence against workers who attempted to enforce their establishment’s COVID-19 prevention policies and practices with customers. As a result, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued new guidance instructing employees not to force any customer who appears upset or potentially violent …
CDC Releases Guidance on Handling COVID-19 Policy Disputes With Customers Read More »
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, public health officials have cautioned the public about the potential negative mental health effects caused by these uncertain times. Even though staying at home, self-quarantining or isolating when necessary, and social distancing are necessary for preventing the spread of COVID-19, these actions can increase mental health stress and …
As we move into fall, our battle with COVID-19 continues. August brought Greene County an increase in new cases. Our seven-day rolling average increased from 35 cases per day in July to 88 cases per day throughout August, culminating in 143 reported cases on August 27. The largest number of cases are attributed to people …
How Is the Insurance Market Place Reacting to COVID-19 and Our Current Economy? Read More »
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve, one guideline that is likely to last beyond this year is social distancing. Employers have a responsibility to keep employees healthy and safe, and that duty is informing their return-to-work strategies. For instance, some organizations are keeping employees at home to work remotely for the foreseeable future. Other …
How Social Distancing Is Impacting Workplace Culture Read More »
