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Massachusetts
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 September 14, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Massachusetts, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Updates and Information website, COVID-19 State of Emergency resources or MassTrac's list of bills related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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Waiver of Timeframe for Certified Nurse Aide Training
During the Governor’s declared State of Emergency regarding COVID-19, the requirement that a nurse aide must complete the nurse aide training within 90 days of commencing employment is suspended, provided that the long-term care facility at which … » more information -
WorkShare Program (Alternative to Layoffs)
The WorkShare program is an alternative for employers contemplating potential layoffs. Under the program, employees can work reduced hours while collecting unemployment benefits to supplement their lower wages. The program allows employees to keep … » more information
Food-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act
The COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act (the “CNRA”) enables the Secretary of Agriculture to waive conditions that states, schools, and individuals must meet to be eligible for financial support for federal nutrition programs. » more information -
Food and Nutrition Service
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes appropriations to the Department of Agriculture to fund food and nutrition assistance programs. » more information -
SNAP COVID-19 Response Waivers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes it easier to obtain nutritional assistance. The Act lifts certain requirements for low-income, unemployed individuals to be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition … » more information -
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students (MEALS) Act
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students Act (the “MEALS Act”) seeks to ensure students have access to school meal benefits while schools are closed because of COVID-19. Enacted as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act … » more information -
Emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Emergency SNAP)
Emergency SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps) are for SNAP applicants that need food assistance within 7 days. These benefits are typically issued for one month while applicants gather the verifications that the needed to approve a full … » more information -
Farmers Market, Farm Stands, and Community Supported Agriculture – Enabling Access to Local Fruits and Vegetables and Reducing Exposure of Public and Employees to COVID-19
Farmers markets, farm stands, and Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) are deemed essential and will remain open, and their employees are deemed essential workers. To reduce the exposure of shoppers and employees to COVID-19, managers, staff … » more information -
Permitting Establishments Licensed for On-Premises Sales of Alcoholic Beverages to Sell Them for Off-Premises Consumption
During the Governor’s declared State of Emergency, any establishment licensed for the on-premises sale of alcoholic beverages may now sell mixed drinks for off-premises consumption provided that it is sold (i) only to persons 21 years of age or … » more information -
Phased Reopening of Workplaces
The Governor has issued Executive Orders that will begin a phased reopening of businesses and other organizations. Massachusetts is currently in Step 1 of Phase III of the reopening plan. At this time, Phase-I; Phase-II; and Phase-III, Step-1 … » more information
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