Posted on March 19, 2020
COVID-19: Resources for Connecticut Businesses
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Today (3/19) at 1:00pm, Advance CT will be holding a conference call with Governor Lamont and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner David Lehman. They will discuss how the state is responding to the economic dimensions of the COVID-19 crisis. This call is open to all businesses, chambers of commerce and other in-state partners.
Date/Time: Thursday, March 19th, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Dial in: 1-888-456-0356
Passcode: 2802806#
Survey on Business Needs:
Business owners and managers are encouraged to take this survey from Advance CT, the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) and the CT Business and Industry Association (CBIA). The information will be used to help state policymakers understand the impact of this crisis on CT businesses and help them assist both employers and employees. Click Here.
Resources from the NFIB:
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has created a website with access to articles, webinars, etc. NFIB advocates for small business at both the federal and state level, and has a strong presence at the State Capitol. The site will be continually updated to reflect any new developments. Click Here.
Resources from the CBIA:
Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) has also compiled a helpful collection of guidance, resources, and information for employers. Click Here.
The Latest from Governor Lamont:
Indoor Portions of Large Malls, Amusement Parks, and Bowling Alleys Added to List of Statewide Closures Effective 8PM Thursday (3/19). Read more, Click Here.
Governor Ned Lamont announced that small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Connecticut that have been negatively impacted by the global COVID-19 outbreak are now eligible for disaster relief loans of up to $2 million from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Click Here.
Stay Informed:
For the most up-to-date information from the State of Connecticut on COVID-19, including guidance and other resources, all residents in the state are encouraged to visit https://portal.ct.gov/coronavirus. This website is updated daily with the latest information from the Governor and state agencies.
Sincerely,
Tami Zawistowski – State Representative – 61st Assembly District
As always, if you have questions or concerns regarding state government, please contact me at tami.zawistowski@housegop.ct.gov. You can also follow my legislative activity on my website at www.RepZawistowski.com.