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Oklahoma
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 August 14, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Oklahoma, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Resources 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 Weekly Industry Webinars
The Oklahoma Department of Commerce is holding a series of COVID-19 guidance and economic recovery webinars for Oklahoma industry sectors with Oklahoma Secretary of Commerce, Sean Kouplen. Business leaders are encouraged to attend webinars for … » more information -
Guidance on Reopening of Certain Businesses: Open Up & Recover Safely (OURS) Plan
Oklahoma is implementing a three-phased approach to open Oklahoma’s economy back up. Pursuant to Executive Order 2020-13, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce announced guidance for personal care businesses, administrative and professional offices, … » more information -
Immunity to Businesses and Individuals
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Governor of Oklahoma has signed into law Senate Bill 1946, which provides businesses and individuals with immunity from civil actions claiming an injury due to exposure or potential exposure to COVID-19. In … » more information -
Personal Protection Equipment Resource Directory
The Oklahoma Department of Commerce has partnered with the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber to provide a directory of companies supplying Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other supplies needed for … » more information -
Oklahoma City Community Foundation 2020 Disaster Relief Fund for Direct Service Organizations
The Oklahoma City Community Foundation has created the 2020 Disaster Relief Fund to assist those in the community impacted by COVID-19, particularly those who are most vulnerable. The fund will be used to provide grants to qualifying organizations … » more information -
Tulsa Area COVID-19 Response Fund for Direct Service Nonprofit Organizations
The Tulsa Community Foundation and the Tulsa Area United Way established the Tulsa Area COVID-19 Response Fund to provide grants for nonprofit organizations that can assist individuals and families experiencing COVID-19 related hardships due to … » 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 -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployed workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible for benefits under already-existing Oklahoma unemployment insurance, which provides temporary income for workers who have experienced a loss of work due to no fault of their own when suitable … » 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 -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Extension of Certification Periods, Adjustment of Reporting Requirements
SNAP enables low-income families to buy nutritious food with Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. SNAP recipients spend their benefits to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores/farmers markets. These offerings were previously in … » more information -
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
TEFAP is a federally-funded food distribution program administered through the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (USDA/FNS). TEFAP helps supplement the diets of low-income Americans (including but not limited to … » more information -
Women, Infants & Children Program (WIC)
WIC provides nutritious foods to supplement the diets of women, infants, and children. WIC foods are specifically chosen to provide the nutrients women and their children need. » more information -
United Way of Norman COVID-19 Recovery Fund
United Way of Norman is partnering with Food & Shelter to distribute funds collected through the United Way of Norman COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund to those in Norman who are struggling to pay their rent and utility bills due to COVID-19. » 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
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 -
COVID-19 Hotline
Stay up-to-date with the latest information from the Center for Disease Control, the Oklahoma City-County Health Department, and the Oklahoma State Department of Health. The Oklahoma State Department of Health COVID-19 Call Center can be reached at … » more information -
Free Mental Health Resources
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is providing free resources, such as online webinars and group calls, to support individuals coping with mental health challenges associated with COVID-19. Resources include FAQs … » more information -
Immunity to Healthcare Providers
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Governor of Oklahoma has signed into law the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Limited Liability Act, which provides health care facilities and providers with immunity from civil actions claiming “any loss or … » more information -
Personal Protection Equipment Resource Directory
The Oklahoma Department of Commerce has partnered with the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber to provide a directory of companies supplying Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other supplies needed for … » more information -
SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid)
SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid) is a health coverage program jointly funded by the federal and state governments. This program helps pay some or all medical bills for many people who cannot afford them. Covered healthcare services may include doctor … » 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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United Way of Norman COVID-19 Recovery Fund
United Way of Norman is partnering with Food & Shelter to distribute funds collected through the United Way of Norman COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund to those in Norman who are struggling to pay their rent and utility bills due to COVID-19. » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployed workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible for benefits under already-existing Oklahoma unemployment insurance, which provides temporary income for workers who have experienced a loss of work due to no fault of their own when suitable … » more information
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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Credit for Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) creates a refundable income tax credit for self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion … » more information -
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
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 -
Child Care Subsidy Benefits
This program subsidizes childcare benefits for families meeting income eligibility requirements, while parents or guardians are at work, in training, or receiving an education, or as part of a protective service plan to prevent abuse, neglect, or … » more information -
Distance Learning with the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA)
OETA has adjusted its daytime schedule to provide curriculum-based programming for students over the air on its broadcast channel, OETA WORLD. Programs will include PBS favorites like NOVA, Nature, and American Experience, as well as PBS KIDS … » more information
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