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Governor Kemp Updates Georgians on COVID-19
On May 12, 2020, Governor Brian Kemp issued an executive order addressing Georgia’s ongoing Public Health Emergency and the Governor’s initiative on Reviving a Healthy Georgia Read more here.
Gordon County Extension Office Announcement
Resources are available through the UGA Extension Office. Read more here.
State Calls for Agency Budget Cuts
As COVID-19 wreaks havoc on the economy, the state is calling for 14% budget reductions from its agencies. Read more here.
Governor Kemp's Statewide Order and Guidelines for Businesses
Governor Kemp issued an order allowing businesses to begin reopening, pursuant to certain guidelines and by their own choice. Read more here.
Georgia Department of Labor
On Wednesday, April 22, the Georgia Department of Labor published an update of the Federal Stimulus Bill that explained available unemployment benefits issued as a result of COVID-19. Read more here.
Governor Kemp Updates Georgians on COVID-19
On Monday, April 20, Governor Brian P. Kemp provided an update on COVID-19 in Georgia. Governor Kemp was joined by Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, Speaker David Ralston, Georgia National Guard Adjutant General Tom Carden, Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner Kathleen Toomey, and GEMA/HS Director Homer Bryson. Read more here.
Georgia Begins Reopening the Economy
On April 20, 2020, the offices of Governor Brian Kemp, Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan and Speaker David Ralston, announced Phase I for the prudent reopening of the state’s economy which continues to prioritize the health and safety of Georgia citizens. While further details and guidance are forthcoming from the state’s leadership, the Georgia Chamber has compiled pertinent information for all businesses to consider as plans are developed to get back to work. Read more here.
Economic Income Payments Are Coming
Beginning Monday, April 13, eligible taxpayers will receive an Economic Impact Payment (EIP), also known as a stimulus payment, as part of the $2 trillion CARES Act relief bill. According to the IRS, this means most taxpayers should receive either a direct deposit beginning April 15, or a paper check beginning in May. The IRS has published helpful information here.
Georgia Department of Labor Announces Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)
On April 13, the Georgia Department of Labor made important announcements about unemployment assistance, especially the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) Program, which provides benefits to those previously excluded. Read more here.
UGA Archway Partnership Presents COVID-19 Resource Guide
The University of Georgia Archway Partnership has developed and is sharing a thirty-two page resource guide containing a wealth of information on COVID-19. Click here to view and/or print the document.
