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Gov. Kate Brown holds a press conference about her announcement this morning to allow elective surgeries to resume on May 1.

The Senate approved Tuesday a total of about $484 billion in additional federal funding for coronavirus relief. Here's how it affects small businesses.

A local clothing company that donated thousands of masks to Providence St. Vincent is now offering a free mask to anyone in the country who wants one.

Oregon businesses have gotten $63 billion in loans and $48 million in advances from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.

How can underfunded, understaffed nonprofits continue to serve their communities right now?

The paycheck protection program was meant to help struggling small businesses hit by COVID-19. Instead, a lot of the money went to those with the best relationships—not the neediest or most deserving. ... See more

The SE Portland organization provides refurbished tech to those who may not be able to afford a new computer.

Looks like round 2 is in the works...

Aid to state and local governments would be left out, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said

Looking for resources to help buy groceries? SNAP can help! Many SNAP rules have changed during the #COVID19 pandemic, and more households now qualify for assistance. Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon #SNAPisforyou. #SNAPisfornow. If you have recently been laid off or had work hours cut, SNAP may be a resource, even if you haven't qualified before. Learn more at oregonhunger.org/apply-for-snap/ ... See more

Seeking equity in PPP lending, Wyden seeks demographic information.

U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden wants to know if people of color had equitable access to $349 billion in federal business relief loans.

“Many Oregonians, through no fault of their own, are struggling to pay their bills, their rent or even buy essentials like groceries and prescription drugs,” said Brown in a statement. “These recovery checks were meant to provide relief, not reward debt collection agencies for preying on Oregonians who have lost their livelihoods due to the COVID-19 pandemic.” ... See more

How many businesses from APACC get approved?

So far, more than 18,000 Oregon small businesses have been able to secure loans totaling almost $4 billion.

In Washington, more than 30,000 businesses have received loans totaling almost $7 billion.

Join us on Friday for a conversation with Senator Ron Wyden and his fellow Oregonians.

If you are an Oregon resident and would like to ask a question, submit here: https://forms.gle/swyEavRmov64xkQJ8 ... See more

Swan Island plant gets ready to resume operations.

Schools and colleges, hospitals, transit systems, and large and small businesses are also among areas designated to receive support.

The Small Business Administration has approved nearly 1.7 million loans. Business owners left in limbo were getting more anxious after hearing the program was on hold while lawmakers are haggling about its future. ... See more

Own a small business? Washington County is providing grants and loans to help you during this difficult time. Email [email protected] for application assistance in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Chinese. Apply by Thursday, April 16 at 5PM.

Learn more at https://www.co.washington.or.us/bizrecovery ... See more

Comcast, PPS partner to bring free internet access to students.

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