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Maine
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 May 20, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Maine, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Response website.
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 Relief Business Direct Loan Program
The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) provides Direct Loans of up to $50,000 with special terms available to Maine-based businesses experiencing interruption or hardship due to COVID-19. Eligible borrowers with complete applications will have their … » more information -
COVID-19 Relief Consumer Loan Program
Maine passed emergency legislation to assist Mainers with no-to-low interest consumer loans through a loan guaranty program involving the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) and Maine’s banks and credit unions. The program provides for … » more information -
COVID-19 Relief Interim SBA Finance Loan Program
The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) provides direct loans of up to $100,000 with special terms available to eligible borrowers who provide proof of commitment for Small Business Association financing. Eligible borrowers must provide proof of … » more information -
COVID-19 Relief Lender Insurance Program
The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) makes special terms available to lenders providing business loans to borrowers that experience interruption or hardship due to COVID-19. The special terms are available only on applications submitted via the … » more information -
Essential Service Designation Request
Businesses that are not covered by the guidance provided here may request a designation from Maine’s Department of Economic and Community Development as to whether they can be designated as an essential business and keep their physical locations and … » more information -
Executive Order Regarding Evictions
On April 16, Governor Mills issued an executive order prohibiting landlords or their agents from attempting to evict tenants by a means not authorized by law. The order also prevents writs of possession from being used even if they have already been … » more information -
Reopening Plan
Governor Mills has announced a reopening plan to restart Maine’s economy. The plan establishes four gradual stages of reopening with the goal of complete reopening by the end of August 2020. Businesses should check for any additional local or county … » 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 -
Paid Family Sick Leave Law (§ 636)
Under Maine’s existing family sick leave law, if an employer provides paid sick leave, the employer shall allow an employee to use the paid leave for the care of an immediate family member who is ill, which the DOL has stated may include reasons … » more information -
Paid Sick Leave Program for State Employees
Under Maine’s existing paid sick leave program, state employees are eligible for paid sick time accrual up to 120 days. » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Maine’s emergency legislation includes temporary measures to enhance flexibility of the Unemployment Insurance program in order to support workers and businesses economically impacted by COVID-19. The legislation waives the work search requirement … » more information -
Unpaid Family Medical Leave Law (§ 844)
Maine’s existing Family Medical Leave Law provides 10 workweeks of unpaid leave in any 2 years to take care of oneself or a loved one because of a serious health condition, which the DOL has stated may include reasons associated with COVID-19. » more information
Food-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act
The COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act (the “CNRA”) enables the Secretary of Agriculture to waive conditions that states, schools, and individuals must meet to be eligible for financial support for federal nutrition programs. » more information -
Food and Nutrition Service
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes appropriations to the Department of Agriculture to fund food and nutrition assistance programs. » more information -
SNAP COVID-19 Response Waivers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes it easier to obtain nutritional assistance. The Act lifts certain requirements for low-income, unemployed individuals to be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition … » more information -
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students (MEALS) Act
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students Act (the “MEALS Act”) seeks to ensure students have access to school meal benefits while schools are closed because of COVID-19. Enacted as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act … » more information -
Free Lunch Meal Child Nutrition Policy
Through a waiver from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Maine Department of Education has extended USDA’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) to provide meals to children eighteen and younger, as well as persons with … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Maine’s SNAP program provides food assistance benefits that help low income households buy food needed for good health. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by COVID-19, individuals and families adversely impacted by … » more information -
Women, Infants, and Children Nutrition Program
WIC is a food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. WIC provides money to buy healthy foods, and also provides information about nutrition, health, and breastfeeding. These offerings were previously in place, and have not … » more information -
Feeding America
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Feeding America network of food banks has added mobile pantry stops and is implementing drive-through food pickup and delivery options. Feeding America has also established the COVID-19 Response Fund to help … » more information
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