COVID-19 BUSINESS INFORMATION NETWORK

 Press Releases: COVID-19 in Nevada & ​Governor Directives and Declarations

Beginning March 15, 2021, the allowable capacity for large gatherings will increase. These changes have been adopted in Emergency Directive 041, signed by Governor Sisolak. Under Directive 041, organizers of large gatherings, events, conferences, conventions and tradeshows consisting of more than 250 people may now have up to 50% capacity if they complete and submit a Large Gathering COVID-19 Preparedness & Safety Plan Certification Form (“Large Gathering Certification”) to the Department of Business and Industry (B&I). Learn more on nvhealthresponse.nv.gov. 

Archived State of Nevada Daily COVID Press Bulletins

Nevada Division of Industrial Relations issued the following letter encouraging NV businesses to update their Written Safety Program (along with other suggestions) in preparation for the state’s re-opening. The letter also contains resource contact information to assist businesses in updating their current plan.

Under Governor Sisolak’s State of Emergency during the COVID-19 Pandemic and associated directives, the Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been given enforcement authority. OSHA has released guidance documents for businesses as the Governor’s directives have evolved. 
Learn More: Nevada OSHA Enforcement Process during COVID-19 Pandemic

DOL updated FFCRA guidelines, employer posters issued: The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently updated it Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) guidance.
​To read the DOL’s Q&A document, click here. 

Nevada business enforcement agency announces stricter enforcement practices as COVID-19 pandemic evolves. 
Businesses can also contact the Safety Consultation and Training Section (SCATS) https://www.4safenv.state.nv.us/contact-us  or Call SCATS at (702) 486-9140 in Southern Nevada for compliance guidance.
You can monitor updates as they occur on OSHA’s website at http://dir.nv.gov/OSHA/Home

The Henderson Chamber of Commerce is providing members with electronic and printed “Stay Safe, Stay Open” posters to help spread the word about the state’s Nevada Health Response team’s campaign to encourage the use of face coverings and maintain social distancing guidelines by employees and customers.
Learn More: Stay Safe, Stay Open Posters

We at the Chamber strongly encourage your small business to investigate a first draw or perhaps additional draw opportunities to the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) as the program will phase-out on March 31.  Contact your local bank or lender for details, or if you are looking for a participating lender, we encourage you to reach out to our Chamber lenders directly. 

Government grants are funded by your tax dollars and, therefore, require very stringent compliance and reporting measures to ensure the money is well spent.
Grants from the Federal government are authorized and appropriated through bills passed by Congress and signed by the President. The grant authority varies widely among agencies. Some business grants are available through state and local programs, nonprofit organizations and other groups. These grants are not necessarily free money, and usually require the recipient to match funds or combine the grant with other forms of financing such as a loan. The amount of the grant money available varies with each business and each grantor.
Learn More: Grants and Incentives

The Southern Nevada Health District is providing these guidance documents to assist industry as facilities and businesses begin to resume operations or prepare to open under the Governor’s Roadmap to Recovery Plan. The following documents include public health practices that are recommended not only for prevention of the spread of COVID-19 but also for other potential hazards that result from facilities being closed. These documents are subject to change as more information becomes available and feedback is received.
Learn More: Guidance to Reopen Businesses and Permitted Facilities

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) was signed into law by the President on Friday, March 27, 2020, and we are currently awaiting guidance from the Department of Labor (DOL) to implement the various programs.
Learn More: Nevada Unemployment Insurance Information for Claimants and Employers

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)​
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is a new temporary federal program that is part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The PUA program is available retroactive to February 2, 2020 through March 13, 2021 and provides up to 50 weeks of benefits to eligible individuals. ​
Learn More: Pandemic Unemployment Assistance

A statewide network of business, industry, trade and economic development organizations working together to share information and provide resources to Nevada businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn More: Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance

​The Nevada COVID-19 Response, Relief and Recovery Task Force is looking for businesses, organizations or individuals who want to help. Assistance can come in the form of manufacturing, providing goods or services, connecting us to available resources and more. Please fill out the form on the task force site with the details of how you’d like to help. If you’d like to make a monetary donation, please visit the Nevada Community Foundation.

These loans can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing. 
Learn More: U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce have created a toolkit of resources that we hope you will use and share with your staff on how they can prepare for and address the impacts of the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist
​OSHA’s Response to Workplace Safety and Coronavirus Exposure
NEW - A Backgrounder on Health Coverage: Options for individuals who have lost employer sponsored coverage due to the coronavirus
NEW - A Backgrounder on Unemployment Insurance Under the CARES Act

Program Overview
The Paycheck Protection Program is designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on payroll by providing each small business a loan up to $10 million for payroll and certain other expenses. If all employees are kept on payroll for eight weeks, SBA will forgive the portion of the loans used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. Up to 100 percent of the loan is forgivable. Learn More:

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act creates emergency paid sick leave, as well as paid family leave in the case of school closures, for working families impacted by COVID-19. It does so by requiring employers with up to 500 employees to provide paid sick leave and paid family leave, while providing a refundable payroll tax credit to employers to cover 100 percent of the cost of wages. There is also a refundable income tax credit for self-employed individuals.
Learn More: Families First Coronavirus Response Act

The Review-Journal is offering businesses a free platform to communicate with customers, both online and in print. Businesses can upload and update information online at lvrj.com/vegasbizupdates or by phone at 702-383-0383. That information — an address, contact information, business hours and service/product offerings — will appear at lvrj.com/vegas-business-updates, where customers can see it.

Cox Media is offering free television advertising to local restaurants amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Space is limited based on availability and there are no purchase requirements. Interested restaurant owners can visit CoxMediaAds.com, call 702-823-1801 or email marketinginsights@coxmedia.com to sign up. Space is limited based on availability and there are no purchase requirements.

The Brown & Brown Relief Center is available to anyone in need, whether you are a Brown & Brown customer or not. Through the Relief Center website, companies and their current or former employees can access products and services at a discount. The Relief Center includes Financial Wellness services by Prudential*, including financial tools and strategies to help navigate these challenging times.
Learn More: Relief Center

Greenspun Media Group and Las Vegas Weekly are deeply concerned about the corona virus impacts on the entire community. The restaurant industry has been especially hard hit. To help relieve pressure on the industry, we are launching an initiative to connect our readers, both in print and online, with local restaurants that offer home delivery and/or curbside pickup.
Learn More: Las Vegas Weekly Restaurant Stimulus Program

We’re here for you during this challenging time of increased coronavirus cases. One of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones is to stay at home. To encourage this social distancing as well as continue to support your health and well-being, we’re offering free virtual care visits. If you or a family member have mild COVID-19 symptoms such as low-grade fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, you can speak with a healthcare provider on your phone or device for free.
​Learn More: Dignity Health

Elite Medical Center is offering rapid COVID-19 antibody testing fast and efficiently. Elite can work with each employer to customize a process for each site if necessary.
Contact Morgan Stayton, Client Engagement Director fr Elite Medical Center at (702)-546-0911

Community Resources
​Henderson Seniors Needs
For more information, call 702-267-INFO (4636)

The Clark County School District (CCSD) will continue providing breakfast and lunch to students during the closure of our schools beginning Monday, March 16, 2020.
​Learn More: CCSD Food Distribution

To support customers experiencing financial hardship or isolation as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) threat, NV Energy is temporarily suspending disconnections for non-payment.
​Learn More: NV Energy

During this time of uncertainty and required in-home learning, Cox is helping get families in need connected to the internet through our Connect2Compete program.
​Learn More: Cox Communications

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are immediately starting a temporary moratorium on natural gas disconnections for non-payment that is in effect until further notice.
Learn More: Southwest Gas

Providing live updates for Coronavirus Disease Updates and continues to offer clinical services to the community.
Learn More: Southern Nevada Health District 

Local 501c3 organizations that are in need of certain supplies or resources.
Learn More: Southern Nevada 501c3 Needs

Workforce Connections has compiled a comprehensive list of resources for the community and contact information for the services.

View list of members who are offering delivery, or curb-side/take-out service.
Learn More: Food Service Options from Members

We have a list of member businesses that have let us know they are able to stay open and/or able to provide business service during the COVID-19 crisis.
Learn More: HCC Members Can Help You

We are a Nevada licensed Laboratory, located in Henderson. IC Labs, performs Rapid Covid Antigen testing, using a nasal swab. Results are reported in about 1 hour.
Results are extremely accurate. We have special contract pricing for businesses.
Appointments are not required, as we will test drive-ups.
Located at 1740 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy., Henderson, NV 89012, in the Matzinger Institute of Healing, building.
Tel.  702-935-3136.
Learn More: www.rapidtesting.us

Students from Touro University Nevada, home to Nevada’s largest medical school and only school of osteopathic medicine, have created and launched a website offering a variety of volunteer services to the community during the COVID-19 crisis.
Learn More: Touro Univeristy Nevada

University of Phoenix is offering free webinars for business owners and professionals during this time. You can also find links to additional webinars and resources for families, teachers, and K-12 students here.
Learn More: Our Response to COVID-19