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COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration & Authorized Waivers

COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration & Authorized Waivers

Apr 06, 2020
On March 13th 2020, President Trump issued a National Emergency Declaration. Pursuant to Section 1135 of the Social Security Act, the President’s declaration, and the Secretary for Health and Human Services (“HHS) previous Public Health Emergency Declaration on January 31, 2020, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) is authorized to waive certain Medicare, Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (“CHIP”) program requirements and conditions of participation.
From the Vermont State House | 4.2.2020

From the Vermont State House | 4.2.2020

Apr 02, 2020
An update from the Vermont State House regarding the CARES Act, privacy issues with Zoom web conferencing, and updates to the Governor's State of Emergency declared on March 13.
CARES Act | Expansion Of Unemployment Insurance

CARES Act | Expansion Of Unemployment Insurance

Apr 02, 2020
The CARES Act extends Unemployment Insurance benefits by 13 weeks, and includes provisions for an additional $600 per week, with expanded eligibility for the self-employed, gig workers and contractors.
CARES Act | Loans for Small & Midsize Businesses

CARES Act | Loans for Small & Midsize Businesses

Apr 02, 2020
A summary of loan considerations for small and midsize businesses in regards to the CARES Act.
CARES Act | Taxation Considerations

CARES Act | Taxation Considerations

Apr 02, 2020
One of the purposes of the CARES Act is to encourage employers to keep their employees on their payroll, despite economic hardship.
Vermont Remote Notarization Rules

Vermont Remote Notarization Rules

Mar 30, 2020
On March 24, 2020, the Vermont Secretary of State issued emergency administrative rules permitting signers and notaries to satisfy the personal appearance requirement for the notarization of documents through video conference technology.
From the Vermont State House | 3.24.2020

From the Vermont State House | 3.24.2020

Mar 24, 2020
Ordered today in Addendum No. 6 a Stay Home/Stay Safe directive effective March 25 at 5:00 pm until April 15 that all businesses and not-for-profit entities in the state shall suspend in-person business operations.
An Employer's Guide to Implementing the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

An Employer's Guide to Implementing the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Mar 23, 2020
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) will not take effect until April 1, 2020.
Vermont State and Federal Courts COVID-19 Response

Vermont State and Federal Courts COVID-19 Response

Mar 23, 2020
An update regarding COVID-19 response and operational changes of the Vermont State and Federal Courts.
From the Vermont State House | 3.23.2020

From the Vermont State House | 3.23.2020

Mar 23, 2020
An update from the Vermont State House regarding COVID-19.