The Chamber will be sharing information on this page to help our members during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency.
Latest COVID-19 News and Resources from the Chamber:
BUSINESS RESOURCES DURING COVID-19
Our businesses and community are experiencing a range of challenges associated with the coronavirus, from employees bandwidth to time constraints, all within this rapidly changing health environment. While some organizations have procedures in place to handle pandemic situations, others do not. The resources below can help business and community leaders better understand and plan for…
Employment Law Information during COVID-19
Top 10 Employer Mistakes to Avoid During the COVID-19 Crisis Hiring During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Local Help to Navigate the SBA Disaster Loan Program
The Grayson Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a management counseling service for small businesses, funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of Texas and Grayson College. SBDC is available to help small businesses in Grayson County and Fannin County prepare to apply for disaster loan or ask questions related to the disaster…
Guide to the Employee Retention Tax Credit
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act created a new employee retention tax credit for employers who are closed, partially closed, or experiencing significant revenue losses as a result of COVID-19. Who is ELIGIBLE? Private employers, including non-profits, carrying on a trade or business in 2020 that: Have operations partially or fully suspended…
Coronavirus Small Business Guide
Complete coronavirus coverage, updated daily with new resources to assist you and your business. The coronavirus pandemic is affecting small businesses in a variety of ways. From loss of business to remote work, things are changing fast during the COVID-19 outbreak and businesses are being forced to adapt. We are working to bring you the…
Covid-19 CARES Act
Guide to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act Included in the recently passed CARES Act are additional business loan options, changes to tax policies and changes to the FFCRA, all designed to ease the burden of COVID-19. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Assistance
Video Conferencing Application Information
Video conferencing apps There are many options for free video conferencing apps; however, not all are designed or suited for collaboration in the workplace. Here’s a short list of the best free video conferencing apps. 1. Lifesize Lifesize has been in the video conferencing industry for nearly two decades and has continuously pushed the bar…
Texas Health and Human Services Information
COVID-19 (new coronavirus) – March 18, 2020 The Texas Department of State Health Services is tracking cases of the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19. DSHS will update the state case count each day by noon Central Time. Numbers are current as of 8 p.m. the day before reporting. Information on Current statistics in Texas Why…
Important Information for Businesses
Families First Coronavirus Response Act The U.S. House of Representatives has passed this legislation. It is currently undergoing some revision, but is expected to pass the Senate soon. President Trump has announced his support. This bill addresses Unemployment Compensation and Sick Leave Compensation for employees laid off from work due to businesses slowdown brought about…