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Ohio
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 June 30, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Ohio, we recommend that you visit the state's Department of Health website.
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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Payroll Credit for Required Family Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages required to be paid under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”). » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Paid Sick Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages paid under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”). » more information -
Special Rule Related to Tax on Employers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) exempts employers from employer-side Federal Insurance Contributions Act (“FICA”) (or employer-side taxes under the parallel social security system for railroads (“RRTA”)) … » more information -
Extension of Certain State Tax Return Filing Deadlines
Ohio will be following the federal government and IRS in extending the deadline to file and pay state income tax (as detailed below under eligibility requirements). The new deadline is July 15, 2020, an extension of approximately three months from … » more information -
Extension of City Net Profit Tax Returns Filing Deadline
For all net profit tax returns due before July 15, 2020, including Fiscal Years with due dates of May and June, and all related tax return payments and estimated tax payments due before July 15, 2020, the Cincinnati Tax Commissioner has extended the … » more information -
Cleveland, Ohio: Extension of City Income Tax Filing Deadline
The filing and payment due for individuals and calendar year net profit filers for tax year 2019 has been extended to July 15, 2020. Additionally, the 2020 first and second quarter estimate due dates are now both extended to July 15, 2020. » more information -
Excise Tax Payment Extension
The Commissioner of the Division of Assessments and Licenses has been authorized to extend excise tax payment deadlines to July 20 without interest accrual or penalties. The excise taxes included in the order are the admissions tax (due April 30 … » more information -
Extension of City Income Tax Filing and Payment Deadline and Suspension of Collections for City Debt
The City of Columbus deadline to file and pay city income tax has been extended until July 15, 2020. The city will not assess penalty amounts on payments during the extension. Individuals and businesses required to make quarterly estimated payments … » more information -
Extension of City Income Tax Filing Deadline
The deadline for city income taxes has been extended to July 15, 2020. » more information
Miscellaneous Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Pandemic Education Relief Act of 2020
The COVID-19 Pandemic Education Relief Act of 2020 (the “Education Relief Act”) provides assistance to students and institutions of higher education impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency. » more information -
Federal Student Loan Payment Suspension and Interest Waiver
To provide student borrowers greater financial flexibility during the COVID-19 crisis, the Department of Education has temporarily suspended the obligation to make payments for most federally-owned student loans. Additionally, the interest rate on … » more information -
Extension of Certain License Expiration Dates
Ohio licenses issued by state agencies and political subdivisions (including driver licenses and professional licenses) expiring during the State of Emergency shall remain valid until the earlier of 90 days after the end of the declared emergency … » more information -
Ohio Works First
Ohio Works First (OWF) is the financial assistance portion of Ohio’s Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, providing time-limited assistance to eligible families. OWF provides cash benefits to eligible, needy families for up to 36 … » more information -
Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP Plus) For Payment of Gas and Utilities
PIPP Plus is an extended payment arrangement that requires regulated gas and electric companies to accept payments based on a percentage of the household income. Under PIPP Plus, if you heat with gas, you pay 6 percent of your monthly household … » more information -
Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC)
PFCC offers financial assistance to eligible parents to help them with child-care costs while they engage in work, education, or job training. Ohio uses an electronic Time, Attendance and Payment system to record the time and attendance of children … » more information -
Cleveland, Ohio – Suspension of Power and Water Disconnections
The City of Cleveland’s Department of Public Utilities has temporarily suspended power and water disconnections. » more information -
Suspension of Water and Power Turn-offs
The City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities has temporarily suspended water and power turn-offs. » more information -
Ticket Hearing Suspension and Suspension of Certain Parking Rules
The Department of Public Services has cancelled all scheduled parking ticket hearing appeals until further notice. Affected individuals will receive notice via mail when their case has been rescheduled. » more information -
Hamilton County, Ohio: Suspension of Court Cases in Court of Common Pleas and Municipal Court
All jury trials in civil and criminal matters have been suspended in the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas and Hamilton County Municipal Court until April 16, 2020. » more information -
Toledo, Ohio: Suspension of Water Shut-Offs
The city of Toledo will not shut-off water service for nonpayment while the city is working to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The city will reconnect water service to any occupied residence in the Toledo service area that has been previously … » more information -
Actors Fund Emergency Assistance
The Actors Fund is providing emergency financial assistance to professionals in the entertainment industry who have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. By completing one application, individuals can apply for assistance from the Actors Fund … » more information -
Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund
The Arts Administrators of Color Network is providing one-time grants of up to $200 to artists and arts administrators who have been financial impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. » more information -
Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
To help address school closures resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak, the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy has curated a list of free online learning resources, including a digital classroom for children who experience difficulty learning … » more information -
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
During the COVID-19 outbreak, The United States Bartenders Guild (USBG) National Charity Foundation is providing relief grants of $150 to $500 to bartenders, bar backs, bar servers, or other workers engaged in the service or preparation of alcoholic … » more information -
Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE)
COREgives is providing financial assistance to food and beverage service employees with children, who have either been diagnosed with COVID-19 or live with a family member who has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The financial assistance is intended to … » more information
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