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West Virginia
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 5, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in West Virginia, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Business Relief Resources and Information or the West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources' COVID-19 portal.
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 -
Business Relief Resource Directory
The West Virginia Department of Commerce has launched a COVID-19 business relief resource directory that provides information about human and financial resources available to businesses and individuals affected by the impact of COVID-19. » more information -
COVID-19 Coaching Resources for Small Businesses
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) network is available throughout West Virginia and is providing support for small businesses affected by COVID-19. The WV SBDC supports small businesses by connecting business owners with … » more information -
Extension of Filing Deadline for State Income Taxes to July 15, 2020
The West Virginia State Tax Department has extended the deadline for filing and paying state income taxes from April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020. This extension automatically applies to annual income tax returns for individuals, trusts or estates, and … » more information -
Guidance Regarding Phased Reopening of Businesses
Governor Jim Justice has implemented a phased plan, and has issued guidance, for reopening businesses. Reopening under the plan is a choice, not a requirement. If West Virginia’s number of positive COVID-19 cases surges, the schedule for reopening … » 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 unemployment benefits to individuals who are not eligible for regular unemployment compensation or extended benefits but who are otherwise able to work and available for work except that they are … » more information -
Unemployment Benefits for Those Affected by COVID-19
On March 19, 2020, Governor Jim Justice issued an executive order directing WorkForce West Virginia and the West Virginia Department of Commerce to provide unemployment benefits to individuals affected by COVID-19 to the maximum extent permitted by … » 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 -
Free School-Provided Meals for Children
The West Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Nutrition and all 55 counties have worked together to open more than 500 sites across the state to ensure that children who require breakfasts and lunches will receive meals during the … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
West Virginia’s SNAP program provides monthly benefits to help eligible households buy food. Individuals and families adversely impacted by COVID-19 should be eligible for SNAP if they meet general eligibility requirements. In response to the impact … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
West Virginia’s SNAP program provides monthly benefits to help eligible households buy food. Individuals and families adversely impacted by COVID-19 should be eligible for SNAP if they meet general eligibility requirements. In response to the impact … » more information -
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Assistance
WIC is a food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. WIC provides food assistance, nutrition counseling, parenting advice, breastfeeding support, and referrals to help families lead healthy lives. Although West Virginia has not … » more information -
WV WORKS
WV WORKS provides monthly cash assistance to eligible families. Although West Virginia has not outlined specific WV WORKS guidance in light of COVID-19, families adversely impacted by COVID-19 should be eligible for WV WORKS if they meet general … » 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
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