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Maryland
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 14, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Maryland, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Business Response website or the Department of Human Services' Coronavirus 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 -
Agricultural and Resource-Based Industry Pandemic Adjustment Loan Fund
This loan program is targeted to assist agricultural or resource-based enterprises in making adjustments to their business operations to take advantage of market opportunities. Eligible farms and rural businesses can apply for loans of up to $3,000 … » more information -
Immunity for Health Care Workers
Under existing Maryland law, under a catastrophic health emergency proclamation, health care providers are immune from civil or criminal liability if the health care provider acts in good faith. As a result of Governor Larry Hogan’s declaration of a … » more information -
Maryland Heritage Emergency Operating Matching Grants for Tourism Organizations
Nonprofit heritage tourism organizations located within a Certified Heritage Area may apply for up to a $20,000 matching grant to cover operating costs associated with the COVID-19 state of emergency such as staff salaries, utilities, insurance, and … » more information -
State Income Tax Deadline Extended to July 15, 2020
In line with the federal extension on income tax payments to July 15, 2020, the Maryland Comptroller announced that Maryland individuals and businesses will not be penalized or owe interest on late state tax payments so long as those payments are … » more information -
Suspension of Foreclosure and Eviction Proceedings, and Moratorium on Evictions of Tenants Suffering Substantial Loss of Income Due to COVID-19
The Maryland Court of Appeals has suspended all foreclosure and eviction proceedings for residential properties during the State of Emergency. » 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 and Unpaid Sick and Safe Leave Under Healthy Working Families Act (MD Code Ann., Lab. & Empl., §§ 3-1301–1311)
Under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act, employers with 15 or more employees are required to provide paid sick and safe leave for certain employees, and employers with 14 or fewer employees are required to provide unpaid sick and safe leave. » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits (MD Code Ann., Lab. & Empl., Title 8)
Unemployed workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible for benefits under already-existing Maryland unemployment insurance, which provides temporary income for workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own and who are either looking for … » 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 -
Food Supplement Program (FSP)
The Food Supplement Program (FSP)—Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)—provides relief to low-income individuals to allow them to purchase food. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by COVID-19 … » more information -
Free Emergency Meals to Children
During temporary school closures due to COVID-19, Maryland public schools are providing free emergency meals for children. » 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 -
Mon Ami
Mon Ami is a non-profit organization that matches seniors with local volunteers who visit them weekly. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mon Ami is offering seniors nationwide social visits by phone or video. Additionally, Mon Ami is providing … » more information -
Restaurant Workers Relief Program
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Lee Initiative has established the Restaurant Workers Relief Program, through which it is operating grab-and-go food sites in cities throughout the United States for restaurant employees that were either … » more information -
Bayside Baptist Church Community Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Bayside Baptist Church is operating a drive-thru food pantry for individuals in need. » more information -
Haven Ministries Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Haven Ministries is operating two drive-thru food pantries and providing emergency food to the residents of Queen Anne’s County. Haven Ministries is also continuing to operate its Resource Centers, providing … » more information -
Hughesville Baptist Church Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Hughesville Baptist Church is continuing to operate its food pantry in Hughesville, Maryland. » more information -
St. Stephen’s Baptist Church Free Produce Distribution
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, St. Stephen’s Baptist Church is operating a drive-thru grocery distribution in its parking lot. » more information -
The Joseph House Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Joseph House is continuing to operate its Crisis Center. Services available at the crisis center include a food pantry, a hospitality room (including shower and laundry services) for homeless individuals, and … » more information
Health-Related Relief Programs
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Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority
This section of the CARES Act addresses proper procedures to be used by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority in implementing countermeasure research, development and procurement with respect to biodefense and infectious … » more information -
CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information -
Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund
This section appropriates an additional $1 billion for a “Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund” for the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) to pay claims submitted by providers for reimbursement for the cost of COVID-19 … » more information -
Medical Assistance (MA) and Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (MCHP)
Medicaid, or Medical Assistance (MA) pays the medical bills of low-income individuals through state and federal funds. Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (MCHP) provides full health benefits to children up to age 19 and pregnant women of … » more information -
Paid and Unpaid Sick and Safe Leave Under Healthy Working Families Act (MD Code Ann., Lab. & Empl., §§ 3-1301–1311)
Under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act, employers with 15 or more employees are required to provide paid sick and safe leave for certain employees, and employers with 14 or fewer employees are required to provide unpaid sick and safe leave. » more information -
Special Health Insurance Enrollment Through Maryland Health Connection
As part of the state’s response to COVID-19, Maryland Health Connection opened a special enrollment for eligible, uninsured Marylanders. Plans selected by May 15 will go into effect on May 1, 2020. Plans selected by June 15 will go into effect on … » more information -
Waiver of Cost-Sharing for Any Healthcare Visit to Diagnose or Test for COVID-19 or for COVID-19 Vaccinations
Maryland has approved emergency regulations which requires health carriers regulated by the Maryland Insurance Administration to waive any cost-sharing, including co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles for any visit to diagnose or test for … » more information -
Waiver of Time Limits on Prescription Medication Refills
All health carriers are required to waive any time restrictions on prescription medication refills and authorize payment to pharmacies for at least a 30-day supply of any prescription medication, regardless of the date upon which the prescription … » more information -
Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse is continuing to provide services remotely. Those affected by, or seeking guidance related to … » more information -
National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization comprised of free, community-based, non-profit, volunteer-supported medical clinics serving people without, or with little, health insurance. The NAFC … » more information -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is continuing to operate and is providing coronavirus-specific guidance regarding safety planning … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Moratorium on Termination of Residential Services by Utilities and Providers or Accrual of Fees for Late Payments
In light of the State of Emergency and health crisis posed by COVID-19, the governor ordered that residential services such as utilities may not terminate service to dwellings or residents, nor may they charge fees for late payments during the State … » more information -
Suspension of Foreclosure and Eviction Proceedings, and Moratorium on Evictions of Tenants Suffering Substantial Loss of Income Due to COVID-19
The Maryland Court of Appeals has suspended all foreclosure and eviction proceedings for residential properties during the State of Emergency. » more information -
Moratorium on Evictions While Schools Are Closed Due to COVID-19
While schools are closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, evictions are halted in the city of Baltimore. » more information -
Haven Ministries Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Haven Ministries is operating two drive-thru food pantries and providing emergency food to the residents of Queen Anne’s County. Haven Ministries is also continuing to operate its Resource Centers, providing … » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Medical Assistance (MA) and Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (MCHP)
Medicaid, or Medical Assistance (MA) pays the medical bills of low-income individuals through state and federal funds. Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (MCHP) provides full health benefits to children up to age 19 and pregnant women of … » more information -
Special Health Insurance Enrollment Through Maryland Health Connection
As part of the state’s response to COVID-19, Maryland Health Connection opened a special enrollment for eligible, uninsured Marylanders. Plans selected by May 15 will go into effect on May 1, 2020. Plans selected by June 15 will go into effect on … » more information -
Waiver of Cost-Sharing for Any Healthcare Visit to Diagnose or Test for COVID-19 or for COVID-19 Vaccinations
Maryland has approved emergency regulations which requires health carriers regulated by the Maryland Insurance Administration to waive any cost-sharing, including co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles for any visit to diagnose or test for … » more information
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