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Responding to COVID-19: A Business Resource Guide

Resources Available to Ohio Businesses

Amid daily news about COVID-19, individuals and employers are seeking advice on preparing their businesses and leading employees through coronavirus-related implications. EWJJ has compiled the below list of resources available to businesses at the State and Federal Level.  Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

Ohio Director’s Stay at Home Order: https://governor.ohio.gov/static/DirectorsOrderStayAtHome.pdf

Business Financial Relief Resources

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (up to $2M)
www.sba.gov/disaster

Ohio BWC insurance premium installment payments available to employers
www.bwc.ohio.gov

Grace Period for Health Insurance Premiums
https://iop-odi-content.s3.amazonaws.com/static/Legal/Bulletins/Documents/2020-03.pdf

Pay Benefits for Reduced Work Hours
http://jfs.ohio.gov/ouio/SharedWorkOhio/

IRS Tax Filing & Payment Extension
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-day-now-july-15-treasury-irs-extend-filing-deadline-and-federal-tax-payments-regardless-of-amount-owed

Unemployment Resources

FAQs regarding Coronavirus and Unemployment Benefits in Ohio
http://jfs.ohio.gov/ouio/CoronavirusAndUI.stm

Apply for Ohio Unemployment
https://unemployment.ohio.gov/PublicSelfServiceChoice.html