COVID-19

Gov. Jim Justice's "Safer at Home" Order

Governor Jim Justice’s Safer at Home Executive Order is in effect. Reopening Roadmap for “West Virginia Strong: The Comeback” is here.

The Paycheck Protection Program

The White House Coronavirus Task Force has announced updates on borrower and lender participation in the Paycheck Protection Program, designed to provide funds to eligible small business impacted by this pandemic. The following links have additional background about the program and how it is working to protect workers and small businesses during this time:

To date, over 14,000 West Virginia small businesses will benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program. Loan money is available for West Virginia small businesses!

Economic Impact Payments

Here is the IRS’s Economic Impact Payment Information Center that should answer all questions regarding eligibility and action. The IRS is committed to helping you get your Economic Impact Payment as soon as possible. The payments, also referred to by some as stimulus payments, are automatic for most taxpayers. No further action is needed by taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees.

Non-Filers: Enter Your Payment Info Here

If you don’t file taxes, use the "Non-Filers: Enter Your Payment Info Here" application to provide simple information so you can get your payment.

• You did not file a 2018 or 2019 federal income tax return because your gross income was under $12,200 ($24,400 for married couples). This includes people who had no income.
  OR
• You weren’t required to file a 2018 or 2019 federal income tax return for other reasons

If you receive these benefits, we already have your information and you will receive $1,200. Do not use this application if you receive:

• Social Security retirement, disability (SSDI), or survivor benefits
• Railroad Retirement and Survivor Benefits

Special note: People in these groups who have qualifying children under age 17 can use this application to claim the $500 payment per child.

Filers: Get Your Payment Here

• Check your payment status
• Confirm your payment type: direct deposit or check
• Enter your bank account information for direct deposit if we don't have your direct deposit information and we haven't sent your payment yet

Free Weekly Credit Reports

Now all Americans can receive free weekly credit reports through AnnualCreditReport.com. This initiative was started with the understanding that the more insight consumers have into their financial and credit health, the better they will be able to navigate this unprecedented economically challenging time. Please visit this link to read the announcement for additional details.  

Assistance for Farmers and Ranchers

The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, May 26. There are things producers can do now to prepare for the application process. Learn more about the program and find your local USDA service center here. I hope our eligible West Virginia farmers apply for this important program. We express our gratitude to you for your hard work, strength and devotion to the American people during this difficult time.

CARES Act Recovery Assistance

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides the Economic Development Administration (EDA) with $1.5 billion for economic development assistance programs to help communities prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus. EDA CARES Act Recovery Assistance, which is being administered under the authority of the bureau’s flexible Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program, provides a wide-range of financial assistance to communities and regions as they respond to and recover from the impacts of the pandemic.

Applications are now being accepted for EDA CARES Act Recovery Assistance. Please see the Notice of Funding Opportunity and apply today! For up-to-date info on COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.gov.