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Help Available for Businesses
- COBRA premium subsidy information here(Opens in a new window)
- COBRA premium assistance FAQs(Opens in a new window)
- The Model Notices below provide additional information and requirements:
- General Notice(Opens in a new window) and Election Notice for group health plans with beneficiaries who have qualifying events from April 1 - September 30, 2021
- Notice in Connection with Extended Election Period(Opens in a new window) for use by group health plans with qualified beneficiaries currently enrolled in COBRA continuation coverage, due to a reduction in hours or involuntary termination (Assistance Eligible Individuals), as well as those who would currently be Assistance Eligible Individuals if they had elected and/or maintained COBRA continuation coverage
- Alternative Notice(Opens in a new window) for insured coverage subject to state continuation requirements from April 1 - September 30, 2021
- Notice of Expiration of Premium Assistance(Opens in a new window) for group health plans to Assistance Eligible Individuals 15 - 45 days before their premium assistance expires
- Summary of COBRA Premium Assistance Provisions(Opens in a new window) lists the eligibility requirements and includes the Request for Treatment as an Assistance Eligible Individual form
- Find out about financial and other support for small businesses(Opens in a new window)
- See the breakdown of what you need to know(Opens in a new window)
- What the Treasury Department is doing(Opens in a new window)
- CARES Act webinar from National Association of Women Business Owners(Opens in a new window)
- Employee retention credit FAQs(Opens in a new window)
- Learn about(Opens in a new window) the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the requirements it places on certain employers.
- Learn about business tax credits, paid leave and more(Opens in a new window).
- Government statement on PPP Flexibility Act(Opens in a new window)
- Paycheck Protection Program has resumed as of April 27(Opens in a new window)
- How to apply for a loan(Opens in a new window)
- Paycheck Protection Program Borrower Application form(Opens in a new window)
- Breakdown of program(Opens in a new window)
- Information for borrowers(Opens in a new window)
- Facebook Small Business Grants Program(Opens in a new window)
- James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund(Opens in a new window)
- Kiva U.S. small business loans(Opens in a new window)
- Restaurant Workers Community Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund(Opens in a new window)
- The Main Street Initiative by Mainvest(Opens in a new window)
- Small Business Administration disaster loan assistance(Opens in a new window)
- Verizon and LISC Small Business Recovery Fund(Opens in a new window) (Opens in a new window)
- WaFd Bank Small Business Lifeline(Opens in a new window)
- AmTrust Financial(Opens in a new window)
- Atlas General Insurance Services(Opens in a new window)
- Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies Resources(Opens in a new window)
- EMPLOYERS(Opens in a new window)
- Guard Insurance(Opens in a new window)
- ICW Group(Opens in a new window)
- Liberty Mutual(Opens in a new window)
- Omaha National(Opens in a new window)
- Pie Insurance(Opens in a new window)
- Preferred Employers(Opens in a new window)
- Republic Indemnity(Opens in a new window)
- State Compensation Insurance Fund(Opens in a new window)
- Travelers(Opens in a new window)
- Learn how the Labor Department can help your employer groups(Opens in a new window) and answer questions(Opens in a new window) on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Employer Toolkit(Opens in a new window)
Each covered employer must post, in a conspicuous place on its premises, a notice of FFCRA requirements. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020.
Source: Department of Labor
- Compliance assistance materials(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace posters(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace posters of special interest to federal contractors(Opens in a new window)
- Frequently Asked Questions(Opens in a new window)
- Applicable laws and regulations(Opens in a new window)
- Related topics and links(Opens in a new window)
- DOL contacts(Opens in a new window)
More financial resources
Click here for a list of financial-assistance resources put together by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Return-to-Work Guidance
- CDC interim guidance for businesses and employers(Opens in a new window)
- Prepare your small business and employees for the effects of COVID-19(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace considerations for reopening during the pandemic(Opens in a new window)
- General business Frequently Asked Questions(Opens in a new window)
- Print resources developed to support COVID-19 recommendations(Opens in a new window)
Please note: Warner Pacific is not directly contracted with any of these entities and does not receive any fees for referrals. The information provided is intended as an informational resource only.
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- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Disinfectants for use against SARS-CoV-2(Opens in a new window)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Food safety and COVID-19(Opens in a new window)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Guidance on the essential critical infrastructure workforce(Opens in a new window)
Help Available for Businesses
- ARPA COBRA Carrier FAQs(Opens in a new window)
- COBRA Premium Subsidy information here(Opens in a new window)
- COBRA Premium Assistance FAQs(Opens in a new window)
- The Model Notices below provide additional information and requirements:
- General Notice(Opens in a new window) and Election Notice for group health plans with beneficiaries who have qualifying events from April 1 - September 30, 2021
- Notice in Connection with Extended Election Period(Opens in a new window) for use by group health plans with qualified beneficiaries currently enrolled in COBRA continuation coverage, due to a reduction in hours or involuntary termination (Assistance Eligible Individuals), as well as those who would currently be Assistance Eligible Individuals if they had elected and/or maintained COBRA continuation coverage
- Alternative Notice(Opens in a new window) for insured coverage subject to state continuation requirements from April 1 - September 30, 2021
- Notice of Expiration of Premium Assistance(Opens in a new window) for group health plans to Assistance Eligible Individuals 15 - 45 days before their premium assistance expires
- Summary of COBRA Premium Assistance Provisions(Opens in a new window) lists the eligibility requirements and includes the Request for Treatment as an Assistance Eligible Individual form
- Learn about(Opens in a new window) the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the requirements it places on certain employers.
- Learn about business tax credits, paid leave and more(Opens in a new window).
- Government statement on recently passed PPP Flexibility Act(Opens in a new window)
- Paycheck Protection Program has resumed as of April 27(Opens in a new window)
- How to apply for a loan(Opens in a new window)
- Paycheck Protection Program Borrower Application form(Opens in a new window)
- Breakdown of program(Opens in a new window)
- Information for borrowers(Opens in a new window)
- Facebook Small Business Grants Program (Opens in a new window)
- James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund(Opens in a new window)
- Kiva U.S. small business loans(Opens in a new window)
- Restaurant Workers Community Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund(Opens in a new window)
- The Main Street Initiative by Mainvest(Opens in a new window)
- Small Business Administration disaster loan assistance(Opens in a new window)
- Verizon and LISC Small Business Recovery Fund (Opens in a new window)
- WaFd Bank Small Business Lifeline(Opens in a new window)
- Learn how the Labor Department can help your employer groups(Opens in a new window) and answer questions(Opens in a new window) on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Employer Toolkit(Opens in a new window)
Each covered employer must post, in a conspicuous place on its premises, a notice of FFCRA requirements. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020.
Source: Department of Labor
- Compliance assistance materials(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace posters(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace posters of special interest to federal contractors(Opens in a new window)
- Frequently Asked Questions(Opens in a new window)
- Applicable laws and regulations(Opens in a new window)
- Related topics and links(Opens in a new window)
- DOL contacts(Opens in a new window)
More financial resources
Click here for a list of financial-assistance resources put together by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Return-to-Work Guidance
- CDC Interim Guidance for businesses and employers(Opens in a new window)
- Prepare your small business and employees for the effects of COVID-19(Opens in a new window)
- Resuming business toolkit(Opens in a new window)
- General business frequently asked questions(Opens in a new window)
- Print resources developed to support COVID-19 recommendations(Opens in a new window)
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- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Disinfectants for use against SARS-CoV-2(Opens in a new window)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Food safety and COVID-19(Opens in a new window)
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)/Department of Labor (DOL): Guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19 (Opens in a new window)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Guidance on the essential critical infrastructure workforce(Opens in a new window)
- Social Distancing Calculator(Opens in a new window)
- Guidance by Sector(Opens in a new window)
Help Available for Businesses
- COBRA Premium Subsidy information here(Opens in a new window)
- COBRA Premium Assistance FAQs(Opens in a new window)
- The Model Notices below provide additional information and requirements:
- General Notice(Opens in a new window) and Election Notice for group health plans with beneficiaries who have qualifying events from April 1 - September 30, 2021
- Notice in Connection with Extended Election Period(Opens in a new window) for use by group health plans with qualified beneficiaries currently enrolled in COBRA continuation coverage, due to a reduction in hours or involuntary termination (Assistance Eligible Individuals), as well as those who would currently be Assistance Eligible Individuals if they had elected and/or maintained COBRA continuation coverage
- Alternative Notice(Opens in a new window) for insured coverage subject to state continuation requirements from April 1 - September 30, 2021
- Notice of Expiration of Premium Assistance(Opens in a new window) for group health plans to Assistance Eligible Individuals 15 - 45 days before their premium assistance expires
- Summary of COBRA Premium Assistance Provisions(Opens in a new window) lists the eligibility requirements and includes the Request for Treatment as an Assistance Eligible Individual form
- Learn about(Opens in a new window) the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the requirements it places on certain employers.
- Learn about business tax credits, paid leave and more(Opens in a new window).
- Government statement on recently passed PPP Flexibility Act(Opens in a new window)
- Paycheck Protection Program has resumed as of April 27(Opens in a new window)
- How to apply for a loan(Opens in a new window)
- Paycheck Protection Program Borrower Application form(Opens in a new window)
- Breakdown of program(Opens in a new window)
- Information for borrowers(Opens in a new window)
- Facebook Small Business Grants Program (Opens in a new window)
- James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund(Opens in a new window)
- Kiva U.S. small business loans(Opens in a new window)
- Restaurant Workers Community Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund(Opens in a new window)
- The Main Street Initiative by Mainvest(Opens in a new window)
- Small Business Administration disaster loan assistance(Opens in a new window)
- Verizon and LISC Small Business Recovery Fund(Opens in a new window)
- WaFd Bank Small Business Lifeline(Opens in a new window)
- Learn how the Labor Department can help your employer groups(Opens in a new window) and answer questions(Opens in a new window) on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Employer Toolkit(Opens in a new window)
Each covered employer must post, in a conspicuous place on its premises, a notice of FFCRA requirements. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020.
Source: Department of Labor
- Compliance assistance materials(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace posters(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace posters of special interest to federal contractors(Opens in a new window)
- Frequently Asked Questions(Opens in a new window)
- Applicable laws and regulations(Opens in a new window)
- Related topics and links(Opens in a new window)
- DOL contacts(Opens in a new window)
More financial resources
Click here for a list of financial-assistance resources put together by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Return-to-Work Guidance
- CDC Interim Guidance for businesses and employers(Opens in a new window)
- Prepare your small business and employees for the effects of COVID-19(Opens in a new window)
- Workplace considerations for reopening during the pandemic(Opens in a new window)
- Resuming business toolkit(Opens in a new window)
- General business frequently asked questions(Opens in a new window)
- Print resources developed to support COVID-19 recommendations(Opens in a new window)
- Texas Department of State Health Services Executive Order (Opens in a new window)
- Austin (Opens in a new window)
- Bexar County (Opens in a new window)
- Collin County (Opens in a new window)
- Dallas County (Opens in a new window)
- Harris County (Opens in a new window)
- Hays County (Opens in a new window)
- Hidalgo County (Opens in a new window)
- Texas Association of Counties
- Tarrant County (Opens in a new window)
- Travis County (Opens in a new window)
Texas Health Trace
- Texas Health Trace, the online system that helps track and stop the spread of COVID-19 in Texas.
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Disinfectants for use against SARS-CoV-2(Opens in a new window)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Food safety and COVID-19(Opens in a new window)
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)/Department of Labor (DOL): Guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19 (Opens in a new window)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Guidance on the essential critical infrastructure workforce(Opens in a new window)
- Social Distancing Calculator(Opens in a new window)
Helpful Terminology
ARPA — American Rescue Plan Act
FFCRA — Families First Coronavirus Response Act
eFMLA — Emergency and Family Medical Leave Expansion Act FMLA (under the FFCRA)
ePSL — Emergency Paid Sick Leave (under the FFCRA)
FMLA — Family Medical Leave Act
PSL — Paid Sick Leave