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The Small Business Administration is a United States federal agency established in 1953 by the Small Business Act. The SBA is dedicated to assisting and supporting small business and entreprenuers. The SBA carries out its mission through a variety of programs including providing financial and federal contract procurement assistance, management assistance, and specialized outreach to women, minorities and armed forces veterans. less -

Before the Storm – Tips on Business Preparation for Hurricane Season

Adams and Reese LLP on 5/31/2024

Hurricane season is upon us once again, and if early forecasts are correct, it looks to be a doozy. The National Oceanographic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released their early forecast in May with predictions of eight...more

FEMA Rule Changes Target Flexible, Faster Access to Disaster Relief Benefits

Adams and Reese LLP on 1/25/2024

Starting March 22, 2024, FEMA will implement new rules intended to provide quicker and more straightforward access to disaster relief for individuals. In summary, the major changes are: Homeowners with inadequate...more

New York Revises Property Disclosure Forms to Address Flood Risk

Harris Beach PLLC on 9/27/2023

New York home sellers now must disclose information about flood risk, flood history and flood insurance to potential buyers under legislation recently signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, further amending the requirements of the...more

Hurricane Ian Federal Disaster Recovery Funding

Adams and Reese LLP on 10/6/2022

On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian, a catastrophic Category 4 storm with winds topping 140mph and a storm surge of up to 18 feet made landfall on the western coast of Florida near Cayo Costa, Florida. The following day,...more

Business Continuity in a Natural Disaster: First Steps on the Road to Recovery - October 2022

Adams and Reese LLP on 10/4/2022

As we begin to assess the damage from historic Hurricane Ian, Adams and Reese’s Disaster and Recovery Team is here to assist you. The Firm has extensive experience handling a wide range of disasters, including hurricanes Ida,...more

Post-Hurricane Ian Checklist for Individuals and Businesses

Adams and Reese LLP on 9/30/2022

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, individuals and families in Florida and potentially other states in its path may be eligible for federal assistance if they live, own a business, or work in the federally-declared disaster...more

Disaster Assistance in the Wake of Hurricane Ida: Low-Interest SBA Loans for Businesses and Individuals

Adams and Reese LLP on 9/20/2021

As a result of the impacts of Hurricane Ida, federal economic assistance is available to businesses, homeowners, and renters in the parishes of Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberia, Iberville,...more

Oversight Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis Continues to Actively Investigate the Previous Administration’s Pandemic Response

King & Spalding on 7/12/2021

When announcing the Democratic members of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis for the 117th Congress, Chairman Jim Clyburn (D-SC) stated that, “In order to improve our nation’s response, the Select Subcommittee...more

Initial PRF Reporting Deadline Extended to September 30; Other New Deadlines Provide

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C. on 6/15/2021

On Friday, June 11, 2021, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced four new deadlines for using and reporting on Provider Relief Fund (PRF) distributions. The new guidance was issued through an updated...more

Nutter Bank Report: April 2021

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP on 4/29/2021

CFPB Takes Steps to Avoid a Possible Wave of Home Mortgage Loan Foreclosures - The CFPB has issued guidance to mortgage servicers, including banks that service mortgage loans for third-party noteholders, that the CFPB...more

Real Estate Relief in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Holland & Knight LLP on 3/16/2021

On March 11, 2021, President Joe Biden signed H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, into law. The $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, which passed in the U.S. Senate by a narrow 50-49 vote on March 6 and in the...more

Preparing Your Personal and Business Insurance Claims

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 2/23/2021

Responding to the Texas Winter Storm Crisis: Issue 1 - The world is witnessing yet another dramatic weather event, this time in the southern states, especially Texas. The severe winter conditions in Texas have caused...more

COVID-19: HHS Publishes Long-awaited Reporting Requirements for Provider Relief Fund Recipients

Foley & Lardner LLP on 9/24/2020

On September 19, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released guidance establishing the reporting requirements for health care providers that received Provider Relief Fund (PRF) payments. These reporting...more

HHS Updates Frequently Asked Questions For CARES Act Provider Relief Funds

King & Spalding on 8/11/2020

On July 30, 2020, HHS released several new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding payments distributed to providers under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Provider Relief Fund. Providers...more

The RESPONSE: Federal and State Actions Affecting the Financial Services Industry - Edition 9

Holland & Knight LLP on 4/20/2020

Like our clients, Holland & Knight's Financial Services Industry Group is committed to actively contributing to our nation's response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and related economic fallout and recovery efforts....more

COVID-19 Washington Update: April 2020 #6

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP on 4/15/2020

Following is a synopsis of federal government actions from the weekend and today in response to COVID-19. Congress - While both parties are anxious to move forward with a new “interim emergency” economic relief bill,...more

AGG's CARES Act Webinar

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP on 4/3/2020

As we continue to learn more about the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), we are committed to sharing our knowledge and understanding of the bill with our clients. In this webinar, we provided a...more

COVID-19 Policy Update #5

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP on 3/22/2020

Senate Considers Phase 3, Aims for Passage As Soon As Possible - With more states issuing orders for residents to stay at home and businesses to close, the Senate failed to agree to a procedural motion on Phase 3 of the...more

COVID-19 Policy Update #4

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP on 3/21/2020

Senate Negotiates Phase 3, Aims for Passage by Monday - Senate bipartisan working groups met well into the night on Friday and throughout the day on Saturday to negotiate Phase 3 of the Coronavirus response following Senate...more

Hurricane Maria's Aftermath: Highlights of Available Government Assistance for Puerto Rico Residents

Littler on 10/13/2017

On September 20, 2017, Puerto Rico suffered the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Maria, which savaged the Island, taking down all communications systems, severely damaging or completely destroying many homes and roads, and...more

When Disaster Strikes: Picking up the Pieces

Clark Hill PLC on 9/26/2017

The last few weeks have been a struggle for many Americans dealing with natural disasters. As employers and businesses attempt to make sense of losses and get back to business, below are some suggestions that may help during...more

FEMA – Who, What, When, and How of Filing Claims, Part 2

Jackson Walker on 9/13/2017

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is responsible for implementing the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Act, which authorizes federal assistance when the President issues a federal declaration for...more

Hurricane Sandy - Paths To Relief

Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP on 11/8/2012

Many small and mid-size businesses in New York City suffered severe losses due to Hurricane Sandy. Below is a practical guide for business owners seeking relief. • Insurance. - The first place business owners...more

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