SMALL BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITIES
THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Click for More Info.
A COVID-19 FAQ is available here from the Kentucky Restaurant Association. This is extremely good, detailed information regarding the Families First Response act and how it may affect your business.
Click here to Download the FAQ PDF.
RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO SMALL BUSINESS
SMALL BUSINESS PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM
The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent and utilities. Click for More Info.
SBA FEDERAL DISASTER LOAN ASSISTANCEUp to $10,000 advance deposit in your business checking account. Click for More Info
Other Resources
- LHOME - Small Business Continuity Loan, Louisville, KY (up to 25,000 at 0%)
- Facebook Small Business Grants - cash grants and advertising credits for businesses with between 2 and 50 Employees