This afternoon, the United States Senate voted on a targeted COVID-19 relief package, which was introduced by Majority Leader McConnell earlier this week. The bill failed, with a vote of 52-47. This bill would have provided...more
On July 27, 2020, Senate Republicans released their proposal for the next round of federal legislation to provide relief regarding the coronavirus pandemic. The entire $1 trillion Republican proposal will be known as the...more
The House and Senate returned to Washington July 20, and a second Coronavirus Relief Package is at the top of the agenda. Passed in late May on party-line voting, the House Democrats' HEROES Act would provide over $3.5...more
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On May 12, 2020, the Democratic Speaker of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, released her proposal for “phase four” of federal legislation to provide relief regarding the coronavirus pandemic. This legislation, the...more
While recent federal funding has provided a lifeline for some companies, accepting government assistance under the CARES Act also carries significant legal, political and reputational risks for recipients. Loans are the tip...more
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to wreak havoc on markets and industries in the United States and around the world, businesses are now confronting significant and unique challenges. Successful navigation of these...more
The proposed Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) is the latest federal relief bill regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, and is aimed at financial relief for selected industries. Below is a summary of...more