Coronavirus: Industry Tools & Information

Posted On
April 01, 2020
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Industry associations, the media, and governments are providing information and tools to help navigate through the pandemic. See the latest guides and more from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, below.

 

Updated 4-15-2020

 

Guides and Resources from the U.S. Chamber

The U.S. Chamber continues to create, update, and evolve its various guides and resources to continue bringing you and your members the information you need during this difficult time. We encourage you to utilize and share the following items as you see fit:

To help business and government anticipate the challenges we may face, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has begun to explore and catalogue some of the major implications of returning to work in this environment—ranging from workplace safety and employee rights to liability concerns and continued revenue disruptions. Some initial thoughts are detailed below across three different sections:

  1. Essential Services and Resources
  2. Resolution of Regulatory and Legal Liability Issues
  3. Support for Businesses and Individuals

 

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COVID-19 CARES Act

The House of Representatives passed the Senate-approved CARES Act on Friday, March 27, subsequently signed by President Trump on Saturday. The Act covers such things as relaxing limitations on company’s losses for prior years, deferred social security tax payments, refundable payroll tax credits, and additional provisions designed to help small businesses.

SOURCE: Decorative Hardwoods Association

Useful Sources of Information

The following websites have helpful information on coronavirus-related issues, CISA implementation, and its effect on the forest product industry and construction industry: