Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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Review Guidance
Review guidance on strategies and protocols for reopening issued by federal, state and some local entities. Local authorities may have stricter guidelines than the state.
Beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy
Explains criteria for fully reopening economy on June 15. Convention caps until October 1. April 6, 2021
State Updates Blueprint to Allow Additional Activities – Effective April 15
Beginning April 15, there are modifications for number of participants allowed at large gatherings (conferences, etc.), based on tier and proof of vaccine. Updated April 2, 2021
California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
New funding rounds for California Small Business grant program: Grants of $5,000–$25,000. See timelines and more at CAReliefGrant.com
Application Tips from State Partner (Lendistry)
Federal/Industry Grants, Loans, and Programs for Small Business
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce created a detailed breakdown of the financial resources available to small businesses— depending on a variety of qualifying factors—to help you navigate this difficult and uncertain business environment
22 Grants, Loans and Programs to Benefit Your Small Business (U.S Chamber of Commerce)
Coronavirus News from CalChamber
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April 16, 2021
- A Safe, Welcome Re-Opening Plan for California
April 8, 2021
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March 22, 2021
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March 10, 2021
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April 13, 2021
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April 5, 2021
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April 1, 2021
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March 22, 2021
- New Supplemental Leave in Effect Now
April 1, 2021
- No Room for Error on Meal, Rest Breaks
March 25, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine and the Workplace
March 15, 2021
- Most Popular Questions From HR Seminar
January 27, 2021
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March 1, 2021
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February 16, 2021
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October 1, 2020
- California’s New 2021 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave
April 8, 2021
- How the American Rescue Plan Act Affects Employers
March 25, 2021
- Saga of Local Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Ordinances Continues
February 25, 2021
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April 16, 2021
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April 9, 2021
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April 9, 2021
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American Rescue Plan Act
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) – March 11, 2021
ARPA Brings More Financial Relief CalChamber HRWatchdog
Federal CARES Act
Paycheck Protection Program
How to Calculate Maximum Loan Amounts/Needed Documentation – U.S. Small Business Administration – Updated March 12, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PPP Loan Forgiveness U.S. Small Business Administration – Updated October 13, 2020
FAQs on PPP Program Loans U.S. Treasury Department – Updated March 12, 2021
PPP Loan Forgiveness Applications: Revised and EZ Versions Released by SBA and Treasury U.S. Small Business Administration – June 17, 2020
Overview – Lender Info – Lender Application – Borrower Info – Loan Application U.S. Treasury Department
Small Business FAQs: Paycheck Protection Program U.S. Senate Small Business Committee
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Assistance Program
SBA Reopens Application Portal U.S. Small Business Administration – June 18, 2020
Guide to SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Loan Checklist U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Guide to Employee Retention Tax Credit U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Families First Coronavirus Response Act
– Expired December 31, 2020
U.S. Department of Labor Q&A on What’s Next
Emergency Sick Leave/Emergency Family Leave
FFCRA Frequently Asked Questions U.S. Department of Labor
FFCRA Poster U.S. Department of Labor
Fact Sheet: FFCRA Employer Paid Leave Requirements U.S. Department of Labor
Final Regulations
Required Documentation
IRS Guidance (see Question 44)
FFCRA Regulations Revised HRWatchdog – September 16, 2020
Required FFCRA Documentation, Recordkeeping HRWatchdog – April 3, 2020
Required Workplace Notification Poster
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) English or Spanish
Federal Resources
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes
Interim Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People – Updated April 2, 2021
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Interim Guidance, Videos, Symptoms , What’s New, What You Should Know, Situation Updates
Workplaces and Businesses
Other Information Scroll to bottom of page for links to information for older adults, people at increased risk, travelers, healthcare professionals, COVID-19 and seasonal allergies FAQs, COVID-19 in children and teens.
Communication Resources – CDC offers free resources, including videos, fact sheets, and posters. Page includes links to current communication tools and resources available for use and distribution.
U.S. Department of Labor
Coronavirus Resources
Common Issues
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Protecting Workers Guidance
Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
U.S. Small Business Administration
Disaster Loans for California Small Businesses
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
What You Should Know About COVID-19, the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act and Other EEO Laws – Technical Q&A Updated December 16, 2020
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Interactive Map of COVID-19 Clinical Trials across the Country
State Resources
One-Stop COVID-19 Website
Sign Up for COVID-19 Exposure Notifications
Blueprint for a Safer Economy
Industry Guidance on Reopening
Safe Schools for All Hub
K-12 and Higher Education
Employer Playbook for a Safe Reopening – Updated September 25, 2020
COVID-19 Employer Portal – Guidelines to Prevent COVID-19 Spread at Work
Office of Governor Gavin Newsom
Next Step in COVID-19 Recovery, Moving Beyond the Blueprint – April 6, 2021
Governor Unveils Blueprint for a Safer Economy – August 28, 2020
Executive Orders in Response to COVID-19
California Department of Public Health
Interim Guidance for Ventilation/Air Quality in Indoor Environments – February 26, 2021
Regional Stay at Home Order – December 3, 2020 – Ended January 25, 2021
Face Coverings Required At All Times When Outside the Home – Updated November 16, 2020
California Health Equity Metric – March 4, 2021
COVID-19
CDPH News Releases/Daily COVID-19 Updates
School Guidance Checklist – February 22, 2021
Guidance for Schools and School-Based Programs – August 3, 2020
Checklist for Dealing with COVID-19 Outbreak in Workplace – Revised September 18, 2020
California Employment Development Department (EDD)
Information about filing for paid family leave, state disability insurance or unemployment insurance.
California Labor Commissioner’s Office
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) – FAQs on laws enforced by the California Labor Commissioner’s Office
FAQs on Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers (500+ employees) and Workplace Poster
Safe Reopening FAQs for Workers and Employers
California Department of Fair Employment and Housing
DFEH Employment Information on COVID-19 – Updated March 4, 2021
California Labor and Workforce Development Agency
Benefits for Workers Impacted by COVID-19
Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Resources for Employers and Workers
Cal/OSHA
COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards Frequently Asked Questions – Updated March 26, 2021
What Employers Need to Know: COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards – December 18, 2020
Model Written COVID-19 Prevention Program – November 2020
Cal/OSHA Guidance on Requirements to Protect Workers from Coronavirus
California Commission on Disability Access
Open-Air Dining and Curbside Pickup Disability Access Considerations
Required Workplace Notification Poster
California COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers
Local Resources
San Francisco Paid Sick Leave and the Coronavirus
The San Francisco Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE) has issued guidance regarding use of San Francisco paid sick leave for situations involving the Coronavirus outbreak. OLSE’s webpage offers links to other guidance and resources.
San Francisco Office of Labor Standards Enforcement COVID-Related Employment Protections Ordinance
Effective March 7, 2021, the COVID-Related Employment Protections Ordinance prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of COVID-19 status.
County Pages
Local Health and Stay-at-Home Order Pages
Required Workplace Notification Posters
(Los Angeles) City of Los Angeles Paid Sick Leave and COVID-19
(Oakland) Emergency Paid Sick Leave for Oakland Employees During The Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Ordinance
(San Francisco) COVID-Related Employment Protections Ordinance Poster
(San Francisco) City & County of San Francisco Public Health Emergency Leave
(San Jose) San Jose’s COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Ordinance
Toolkit
Required Workplace Notification Posters
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) English or Spanish
2021 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave English or Spanish – Effective March 29, 2021
California COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers – Updated September 9, 2020
California COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Non Food Sector Workers
City of Los Angeles Paid Sick Leave and COVID-19
City & County of San Francisco Public Health Emergency Leave
Workplace Safety Posters and Floor Decals
Face Mask Posters
Social Distancing Posters
Social Distancing Floor Decals