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January 13, 2020 |
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Proudly Supporting the Attractions Industry Since 1913 |
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Hi Ramon,
Here is your weekly email of news you can use from around the industry...
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Do you have an idea for a Member Meeting Topic that you could lead? Contact Ed Hodgdon at secretary@neaapa.com. |
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SBA Reopens PPP Lending |
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Treasury Department, announced today that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be able to make First Draw PPP Loans on Monday, January 11, and Second Draw PPP Loans on Wednesday, January 13. The PPP will open to all participating lenders shortly thereafter. Updated PPP guidance outlining Program changes to enhance its effectiveness and accessibility was released on January 6 in accordance with the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Non-Profits, and Venues Act.
This round of the PPP continues to prioritize millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $284 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses through March 31, 2021, and by allowing certain existing PPP borrowers to apply for a Second Draw PPP Loan.
For more information on SBA’s assistance to small businesses, visit sba.gov/ppp or treasury.gov/cares. |
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Learn about the New Grant Program for Live Venues, Cultural Institutions, and Related Industries |
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Are you a theatrical producer, talent representative, venue promoter or do you operate a live venue, live performing arts organization, movie house or cultural institution and have been impacted by COVID-19? Register for SBA’s webinar on Thursday, January 14, at 3 p.m. ET, for a preliminary overview of the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program included in the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act. Eligible organizations with a reduction in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic will have the opportunity to receive up to a $10 million grant under the program.
This webinar will provide introductory information about the grants, who can apply, how potential organizations can prepare, and additional details re: eligibility and applications.
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What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws |
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As we start to turn our attention to the 2021 Summer Season, one question coming into the NEAAPA Office lately has been if a business can mandate that employees get the COVID-19 vaccine. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission answers many questions on this issue.
This is a long page. If you are looking specifically for information on vaccinations, it is near the bottom starting in Section K. |
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News from around NEAAPA |
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Don't forget to email your press releases to secretary@neaapa.com so that they can be included in the NEAAPA Weekly News. |
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Legislation & Advocacy Track your State's current legislation |
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Support NEAAPA's New York State Lobbying Efforts |
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NEAAPA has engaged the firm Davidoff, Hutcher and Citron LLP to help our industry reopen in New York State. The firm will represent the attractions industry’s interests before the State Executive and Administrative branches of government by providing the following services:
The firm will also work closely with the Empire State Development and the Department of Health and the Administration to ensure they are aware of the economic impact of the attractions industry and ensure that all decision-makers work with the attractions industry to reopen safely in compliance with State, local and CDC guidelines as quickly as possible.
To be part of the coalition and make a financial contribution to the efforts, click on the button below. |
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