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Vermont
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 April 30, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Vermont, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Recovery Resource Center or the Governor's Novel 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 -
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) provides support for workers not traditionally eligible for unemployment benefits (self-employed, independent contractors, workers with limited work history, and others) who are unable to work as a direct … » more information -
Relief from Vermont’s Notice of Potential Layoffs Act
The Vermont Department of Labor has announced that it does not intend to enforce the provisions of Vermont’s Notice of Potential Layoffs Act against businesses who are forced to lay off employees due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Temporary Relief from Certain State Tax Filings
Businesses that owe Meals and Rooms Tax or Sales and Use Tax and are unable to meet the March 25 and April 25, 2020 filing deadlines will not be charged any penalty or interest on these taxes for late submissions until further notice. Moreover … » 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 -
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) provides support for workers not traditionally eligible for unemployment benefits (self-employed, independent contractors, workers with limited work history, and others) who are unable to work as a direct … » more information -
Relief from Vermont’s Notice of Potential Layoffs Act
The Vermont Department of Labor has announced that it does not intend to enforce the provisions of Vermont’s Notice of Potential Layoffs Act against businesses who are forced to lay off employees due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Vermont’s unemployment insurance benefits historically required that claimants are able and available to work and actively searching for work. In response to COVID-19, Vermont has waived all work search requirements and expanded the scope of … » 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 -
Reach Up in Vermont (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
Reach Up is an existing Vermont program that provides benefits to families, with children by providing cash assistance for basic needs and services that support work and self-sufficiency. The program provides case management (a process where a case … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Vermont’s SNAP program provides relief for individuals and families to purchase food at most stores that sell food with a Vermont Express electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by … » more information -
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Assistance
WIC is a food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. WIC provides money in the form of WIC EBT cards to buy healthy foods, and also provides nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health … » 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 -
Feeding Chittenden
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Feeding Chittenden is providing grocery pick-up and prepared meals for individuals in need. Feeding Chittenden’s Homebound Grocery Delivery Program will deliver groceries and meals to seniors and individuals with … » 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
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