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Here's today's update: The most important thing you can do is follow the President's guidelines on slowing the spread of the outbreak.  You can find those guidelines here. My office is continuing to take calls through this crisis and over the last few days, we've heard from a number of you who are having problems with the unemployment insurance process.  So here's what we… Read more »

Here are a few updates for today: U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams has posted a helpful video with instructions on how to make your own face covering for use in situations where social distancing is difficult, like going to the grocery store or pharmacy.  This follows updated guidance by the CDC issued recently that recommends the use of face coverings in… Read more »

Today's update will focus on the status of the Paycheck Protection Program, which provides low-interest and forgivable loans to small businesses that are struggling during the COVID-19 outbreak.  For an overview of what the program is and how it will work, click here.  Here are some additional links to useful information about the program: I've linked to this document… Read more »

Here's today's update: The U.S. Treasury and the Small Business Administration (SBA) reported last night that 13,669 loans totaling $4.3 billion have been originated under the Paycheck Protection Program that was officially launched yesterday.  This program was set up within 7 days of passage of the law, which is record time for any federal government program.  The… Read more »

Here's the latest: At last night's briefing with the White House Coronavirus Task Force, President Trump, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and SBA Administrator Jovida Carranza talked about the launch of the Paycheck Protection Program that started today and will enable small businesses to receive funds to keep their employees and keep up with day-to-day operating expenses. Last… Read more »

We have some important updates for Social Security recipients and small businesses. Here's the latest today: The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have announced that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will not need to file an abbreviated tax return to receive an Economic Impact Payment.  Instead, payments… Read more »

Here's today's latest: The IRS issued specific information for the payments that will be made to individuals and families as a result of the $2 trillion stimulus package approved by Congress and signed into law last week.  The vast majority of taxpayers do not need to take any action. More information can be found here. The Treasury just released useful documents about the… Read more »

Here's today's update:  The President announced yesterday that federal guidelines on social distancing will be extended until April 30th.  That means all Americans should avoid groups of 10 or more people, avoid discretionary travel, and consider canceling all social visits in homes.  Older residents, and others particularly at risk, should stay home. The… Read more »

A reminder about the statewide Stay-at-Home Order issued by Governor Cooper that goes into effect at 5 p.m. Monday. A useful frequently asked questions document regarding the order is available here. Restaurants that offer curbside pick up, drive-thru or delivery can remain open.  Businesses that believe they should be considered essential to remain… Read more »

Here's the latest: Yesterday, the House passed the Senate emergency coronavirus relief package and President Trump immediately signed it into law.  It will put money directly into the hands of North Carolina families and provide critical low-interest loans and grants to small businesses to help them stay afloat through the crisis.  Learn more about what's in the… Read more »