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Texas
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 8, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Texas, we recommend that you visit the Governor's COVID-19 Resources portal, the Harris County website or Dallas County's Coronavirus Updates and Information.
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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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 for Employers to File Quarterly Wage Reports
Due to COVID-19, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is extending the due date for filing 1st Quarter 2020 wage reports to May 15, 2020. In addition, due to unprecedented internet traffic, TWC is requesting that businesses do not start filing … » 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 -
Electricity Relief Plan and Suspension of Residential Utility Disconnections for Customers Affected by COVID-19
Under a new program called the COVID-19 Electricity Relief Plan, the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC) has ordered Retail Electric Providers (REPs) in areas of the state open to competition to: … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Cash Assistance Program
The Texas Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is a support service for Texas families. The purpose of TANF is to provide financial and medical assistance to needy dependent children and the parents or relatives with whom they are … » more information -
Waiver of Expiration Date for Driver Licenses
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) to temporarily waive expiration date for driver licenses, commercial driver licenses, and other forms of state issued identification. » more information -
Waiver of Vehicle Registration, Vehicle Titling, and Disabled Parking Placard Requirements
The Texas Governor issued a temporary extension to obtain initial registration, renewal of registration, vehicle titling, and renewal of a permanent disabled parking placard. The Governor also granted a temporary extension for an individual with an … » 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
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