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Ohio
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 30, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Ohio, we recommend that you visit the state's Department of Health website.
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 -
CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information -
Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund
This section appropriates an additional $1 billion for a “Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund” for the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) to pay claims submitted by providers for reimbursement for the cost of COVID-19 … » more information -
COVID-19 Testing Expansion
On June 11, 2020, Governor DeWine announced that Ohio is expanding the availability of COVID-19 tests to those who are low-risk or asymptomatic. The Governor also announced a series of "pop-up" testing locations, beginning with six locations in … » more information -
Health Insurance Special Enrollment
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, employees who lose insurance coverage are eligible for a special enrollment period to gain new coverage. Affected individuals can avoid having to wait for the regular, annual open enrollment period to start a … » more information -
Minority Community COVID-19 Testing
Individuals can get tested for COVID-19 by contacting their Federally Qualified Health Center or community health center. Ohio has partnered with the Ohio Association of Community Health Centers which represents Ohio’s Federally Qualified Health … » more information -
Workers’ Compensation Claims and Policy Processing
For both injured workers and employers, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has suspended several requirements, extended certain deadlines, and issued guidance for individuals that contract COVID-19 in the course of their employment. » more information -
Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse is continuing to provide services remotely. Those affected by, or seeking guidance related to … » more information -
National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization comprised of free, community-based, non-profit, volunteer-supported medical clinics serving people without, or with little, health insurance. The NAFC … » more information -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is continuing to operate and is providing coronavirus-specific guidance regarding safety planning … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Cleveland, Ohio – Rescheduling of Cleveland Housing Court Cases
The Cleveland Housing Court will begin rescheduling housing court cases for both criminal and civil proceedings. » more information -
Rental Assistance Program
The City of Cleveland is offering rental assistance to applicants that self-certify that they require assistance because of a loss of income or employment due to COVID-19. Once an application is submitted, a housing counselor will be assigned to … » more information -
Recommencement of the Execution of Eviction Writs
Service Bailiffs have been authorized to execute any writ of restitution issued between March 9, 2020 and June 1, 2020, as well as any writ of restitution for which a return was filed marked as “expired” between March 9, 2020 and June 1, 2020. » more information -
Emergency Renter Assistance Fund
The Emergency Rental Assistance Fund (ERAF) will assist approximately 700 eligible households for income loss due to COVID-19 with up to three months of rent payments on a first-come, first-served basis. Payments will be made directly to the … » more information -
Rescheduling of Toledo Housing Court Cases
The Toledo Municipal Housing court is open with restrictions, and has issued the following information with respect to its schedule: … » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Deferral of Employers’ Premium Installments For Workers’ Compensation Insurance
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation is deferring Ohio employers’ premium installments for the months of June, July, and August. Businesses will have the option to defer the monthly premium payments with no financial penalties. The deferral is … » more information -
Health Insurance Coverage Flexibility
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, insurers must permit employers to continue covering employees under group policies even if the employee would otherwise become ineligible due to a decrease in hours worked per week. Insurers are required to permit … » more information -
Health Insurance Premium Grace Period
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, all insurers must give their insureds the option of deferring premium payments coming due, interest free, for up to 60 calendar days from each original premium due date. This means that employers can defer their … » more information -
Workers’ Compensation Claims and Policy Processing
For both injured workers and employers, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has suspended several requirements, extended certain deadlines, and issued guidance for individuals that contract COVID-19 in the course of their employment. » more information
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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Credit for Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) creates a refundable income tax credit for self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion … » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Family Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages required to be paid under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”). » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Paid Sick Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages paid under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”). » more information -
Special Rule Related to Tax on Employers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) exempts employers from employer-side Federal Insurance Contributions Act (“FICA”) (or employer-side taxes under the parallel social security system for railroads (“RRTA”)) … » more information -
Extension of Certain State Tax Return Filing Deadlines
Ohio will be following the federal government and IRS in extending the deadline to file and pay state income tax (as detailed below under eligibility requirements). The new deadline is July 15, 2020, an extension of approximately three months from … » more information -
Extension of City Net Profit Tax Returns Filing Deadline
For all net profit tax returns due before July 15, 2020, including Fiscal Years with due dates of May and June, and all related tax return payments and estimated tax payments due before July 15, 2020, the Cincinnati Tax Commissioner has extended the … » more information -
Cleveland, Ohio: Extension of City Income Tax Filing Deadline
The filing and payment due for individuals and calendar year net profit filers for tax year 2019 has been extended to July 15, 2020. Additionally, the 2020 first and second quarter estimate due dates are now both extended to July 15, 2020. » more information -
Excise Tax Payment Extension
The Commissioner of the Division of Assessments and Licenses has been authorized to extend excise tax payment deadlines to July 20 without interest accrual or penalties. The excise taxes included in the order are the admissions tax (due April 30 … » more information -
Extension of City Income Tax Filing and Payment Deadline and Suspension of Collections for City Debt
The City of Columbus deadline to file and pay city income tax has been extended until July 15, 2020. The city will not assess penalty amounts on payments during the extension. Individuals and businesses required to make quarterly estimated payments … » more information -
Extension of City Income Tax Filing Deadline
The deadline for city income taxes has been extended to July 15, 2020. » more information
Miscellaneous Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Pandemic Education Relief Act of 2020
The COVID-19 Pandemic Education Relief Act of 2020 (the “Education Relief Act”) provides assistance to students and institutions of higher education impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency. » more information -
Federal Student Loan Payment Suspension and Interest Waiver
To provide student borrowers greater financial flexibility during the COVID-19 crisis, the Department of Education has temporarily suspended the obligation to make payments for most federally-owned student loans. Additionally, the interest rate on … » more information -
Extension of Certain License Expiration Dates
Ohio licenses issued by state agencies and political subdivisions (including driver licenses and professional licenses) expiring during the State of Emergency shall remain valid until the earlier of 90 days after the end of the declared emergency … » more information -
Ohio Works First
Ohio Works First (OWF) is the financial assistance portion of Ohio’s Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, providing time-limited assistance to eligible families. OWF provides cash benefits to eligible, needy families for up to 36 … » more information -
Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP Plus) For Payment of Gas and Utilities
PIPP Plus is an extended payment arrangement that requires regulated gas and electric companies to accept payments based on a percentage of the household income. Under PIPP Plus, if you heat with gas, you pay 6 percent of your monthly household … » more information -
Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC)
PFCC offers financial assistance to eligible parents to help them with child-care costs while they engage in work, education, or job training. Ohio uses an electronic Time, Attendance and Payment system to record the time and attendance of children … » more information -
Cleveland, Ohio – Suspension of Power and Water Disconnections
The City of Cleveland’s Department of Public Utilities has temporarily suspended power and water disconnections. » more information -
Suspension of Water and Power Turn-offs
The City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities has temporarily suspended water and power turn-offs. » more information -
Ticket Hearing Suspension and Suspension of Certain Parking Rules
The Department of Public Services has cancelled all scheduled parking ticket hearing appeals until further notice. Affected individuals will receive notice via mail when their case has been rescheduled. » more information -
Hamilton County, Ohio: Suspension of Court Cases in Court of Common Pleas and Municipal Court
All jury trials in civil and criminal matters have been suspended in the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas and Hamilton County Municipal Court until April 16, 2020. » more information -
Toledo, Ohio: Suspension of Water Shut-Offs
The city of Toledo will not shut-off water service for nonpayment while the city is working to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The city will reconnect water service to any occupied residence in the Toledo service area that has been previously … » more information -
Actors Fund Emergency Assistance
The Actors Fund is providing emergency financial assistance to professionals in the entertainment industry who have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. By completing one application, individuals can apply for assistance from the Actors Fund … » more information -
Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund
The Arts Administrators of Color Network is providing one-time grants of up to $200 to artists and arts administrators who have been financial impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. » more information -
Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
To help address school closures resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak, the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy has curated a list of free online learning resources, including a digital classroom for children who experience difficulty learning … » more information -
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
During the COVID-19 outbreak, The United States Bartenders Guild (USBG) National Charity Foundation is providing relief grants of $150 to $500 to bartenders, bar backs, bar servers, or other workers engaged in the service or preparation of alcoholic … » more information -
Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE)
COREgives is providing financial assistance to food and beverage service employees with children, who have either been diagnosed with COVID-19 or live with a family member who has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The financial assistance is intended to … » more information
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