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Georgia
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on October 5, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Georgia, we recommend that you visit the COVID-19: State Services in Georgia website, the Department of Public Health's COVID-19 Materials and Resources or the Department of Community Affairs' COVID-19 Resources.
Business-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Paycheck Protection Program
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates $349 billion to assist small businesses through section 7(a) loans and Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), administered by the Small Business Administration … » more information -
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Economic Injury Disaster Loans (“EIDLs”) provide working capital to help small business concerns, small agricultural cooperatives and aquaculture companies, and most private non-profit organizations (of all sizes) meet financial obligations that … » more information -
COVID-19 Information Website for Small Businesses
The State of Georgia has launched an information website providing guidance to small businesses about … » more information -
Expanded Unemployment Benefits
In light of the increase in unemployment due to COVID-19, Governor Brian Kemp has signed an executive order expanding unemployment benefits. The new rules extend the length of time an individual can collect benefits from 14 weeks to 26 weeks (for … » more information -
Extension of Expiring Drivers’ Licenses and ID Cards
In light of COVID-19, the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) has extended the expiration date by an additional 120 days for most licenses and ID cards expiring during the period of March 14, 2020 to June 30, 2020. » more information -
Extension of Expiring Drivers’ Licenses and ID Cards
In light of COVID-19, the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) has extended the expiration date by an additional 120 days for most licenses and ID cards expiring during the period of March 14, 2020 to June 30, 2020. Notices will be mailed … » more information -
Reopening Certain Non-Essential Businesses
On May 28, 2020, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued an Executive Order No. 05.28.20.02, which allows certain non-essential business to resume operations. » more information -
State Income Tax Filing and Payment Deadline Extended
In light of COVID-19, the Georgia Department of Revenue has extended the 2019 state income tax filing and payment deadline to July 15, 2020. Taxpayers do not need to file any additional forms to qualify for this relief. The extension does not apply … » more information -
Moratorium on Water Shutoffs
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Bottoms has directed the Commissioner of Watershed Management to refrain from taking any action which would result in the termination of water services for any Watershed Management customer due to non-payment for the period … » more information -
Rent Relief for Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Concessionaires
The City is suspending the minimum rent requirements for Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport shops … » more information -
Small Business Relief Loan Program
In response to the economic hardships experienced by businesses resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Augusta is launching the CV-19 Small Business Relief Loan Program. The goal of this program is to keep businesses open and retain jobs … » more information -
Residential Eviction Relief Fund
Star-C, a nonprofit organization, has created an Eviction Relief Fund with a grant from the CARES Act to help Cobb County residents struggling to pay their rent due to COVID-19 related issues. Through this grant, Star-C is offering qualifying Cobb … » more information -
COVID-19 Better Business Loan Program for Small Businesses (BBLP)
DeKalb County has partnered with Citizen’s Trust Bank to create the Better Business Loan Program to provide financial relief to small DeKalb County businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Small business owners can apply for up to $40,000 in … » more information -
Star-C Residential Eviction Relief
Star-C, a nonprofit organization, has created an Eviction Relief Fund with a grant from the CARES Act to help DeKalb County residents struggling to pay their rent due to COVID-19 related issues. Through this grant, Star-C is offering qualifying … » more information -
Water Service Protection
On March 23, 2020, DeKalb County CEO Michael L. Thurmond declared a state of emergency and ordered that water services for residential and business accounts should not be terminated due to non-payment, during the state of emergency. The relief … » more information -
Star-C Residential Eviction Relief
Star-C, a nonprofit organization, has created an Eviction Relief Fund with a grant from the CARES Act to help Fulton County residents struggling to pay their rent due to COVID-19 related issues. Through this grant, Star-C is offering qualifying … » more information -
Star-C Residential Eviction Relief
Star-C, a nonprofit organization, has created an Eviction Relief Fund with a grant from the CARES Act to help Gwinnett County residents struggling to pay their rent due to COVID-19 related issues. Through this grant, Star-C is offering qualifying … » more information
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Unemployment Insurance Benefits
The CARES Act creates a temporary Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program that expands eligibility for unemployment benefits and increases those benefits for certain individuals who are unable to work due to the COVID-19 emergency. The program … » more information -
Credit for Sick Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a refundable income-tax credit to self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”), were they … » more information -
Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act
The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid, job-protected leave for up to twelve weeks in connection with qualified family caregiving needs. The intended … » more information -
Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act
The Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”) requires government employers and employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide their employees with paid sick leave if those employees are unable to work due to COVID-19. Full paid leave is … » more information -
Child Care for Essential Workers
Georgia’s Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) Program provides scholarships to help with the cost of child care so parents can work. The program has been available prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but in response to the current crisis, the Georgia … » more information -
Expanded Unemployment Benefits
In light of the increase in unemployment due to COVID-19, Governor Brian Kemp has signed an executive order expanding unemployment benefits. The new rules extend the length of time an individual can collect benefits from 14 weeks to 26 weeks (for … » more information -
Requirement for Employers to File Partial Unemployment Claims
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) has mandated that all Georgia employers file partial claims online on behalf of their employees for any week during which an employee (full-time/part-time) works less than … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides monthly cash assistance and employment services to low-income families with children under age 18 or under age 19 if the child is a full-time student. TANF is a federally-funded program that … » more information
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