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Department of Commerce Introduces Live Chat to Help Businesses Apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Businesses can apply for SBA loans at https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance. Commerce representatives will be available via the Live Chat function from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday at https://kansascommerce.gov/covid-19-response.
For current information on COVID-19 in Kansas and to sign up for updates, go to the KDHE COVID-19 Resource Center at kdhe.ks.gov/coronavirus.
Topeka, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Commerce launched a Live Chat feature on its COVID-19 Response webpage today specifically to provide support to Kansas businesses and nonprofits applying for Economic Injury Disaster Loans through the U.S. Small Business Association.
The SBA approved Governor Laura Kelly’s disaster declaration request for all 105 Kansas counties, making low-interest, long-term loans available for Kansas businesses to fund fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the impact of COVID-19. The interest rate is 3.75 percent for small businesses and 2.75 percent for nonprofit organizations.
“The Department of Commerce doesn’t administer the SBA disaster loans, but we can help our business partners across the state navigate the application process,” Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “We know this is a challenging time for Kansas companies, and we are moving swiftly and aggressively to get them the support they need.”
The Department’s team of regional project managers attended training provided by the SBA and various lenders, which prepared them to provide guidance to Kansas businesses applying for SBA loan funding. “We fast tracked the training with our partners to ensure we could provide immediate support to the businesses who need it right now,” Toland said.
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Symptoms of COVID19
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What to do if you have COVID-19 symptomsAsssistance for Businesses
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program Approved
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) disaster incident period began 1/31/2020 and is ongoing. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Declaration was certified in early April, due to business having suffered substantial economic injury as a result of the COVID-19 disaster.
Businesses can apply for SBA loans at https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance. Commerce representatives will be available via a new Live Chat function from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday at https://kansascommerce.gov/covid-19-response.
Additional Resources for Businesses
Small Business Administration
The Small Business Administration (SBA) recently approved Economic Injury Disaster loans for Kansas businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Businesses can apply for SBA loans at https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance. Commerce representatives will be available via a new Live Chat function from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday at https://kansascommerce.gov/covid-19-response.
FEMA
Businesses are encouraged to track reimbursable COVID-19 expenses using the FEMA Incident Command System Reimbursement Form (ICS 214)
U.S. Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor provides resources to help workers and employers prepare for the COVID-19 virus, including the effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Wage questions can be asked at: 866-487-9243. Visit the U.S. Department of Labor Coronavirus page for more information.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has published the Coronavirus Small Business Survival Guide on their web site. The page contains all COVID-19 related small business information in one place.
Kansas Department of Commerce
The Kansas Department of Commerce COVID-19 Response page provides access to critical news, tools and resources for Kansas businesses. The page is updated as more information becomes available.
COVID-19 Flyers & Posters
Sedgwick County offers COVID-19 related flyers and posters for businesses and employers.
Assistance for Workers
Kansas Unemployment Benefits & COVID-19
Kansas workers who are unemployed more than one week due to layoffs and temporary store closings in response to the Coronavirus pandemic may qualify for unemployement benefits. Visit the https://www.
KansasWorks
KansasWorks, due to the impact of Coronavirus, now provides services virtually for Kansas workers. Customers can call 316-771-6800 or access the chat feature on Kansasworks.com.
U.S. Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor has resources to help workers prepare for the COVID-19 virus, including the effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Wage questions can be asked by calling 1-866-487-9243. Get more information at https://www.dol.gov/coronavirus.
