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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.
Business-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Paycheck Protection Program
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates $349 billion to assist small businesses through section 7(a) loans and Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), administered by the Small Business Administration … » more information -
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Economic Injury Disaster Loans (“EIDLs”) provide working capital to help small business concerns, small agricultural cooperatives and aquaculture companies, and most private non-profit organizations (of all sizes) meet financial obligations that … » more information -
Businesses Permitted to Reopen in Ohio
Businesses listed further below are permitted to reopen in Ohio, subject to their adherence to relevant sector-specific operating requirements and other applicable public health and safety protocols. » more information -
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 -
Employers to Receive Two Million Face Coverings
Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) will send non-medical-grade face coverings in batches to Ohio employers over the next several weeks, starting on May 19. The shipments target Ohio employers covered by the BWC that are in good standing and … » 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 -
Guidance for Reopening Businesses: Responsible RestartOhio Plan
Ohio announced guidance for (re)opening businesses in the State. All businesses should follow the following five protocols: … » 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 -
Ohio Appalachian Region Small Business Loan Program
The Ohio Development Services Agency and the Governor’s Office of Appalachia will provide $10 million in funding to help small businesses in Ohio’s Appalachian region through the COVID-19 pandemic. Appalachian Growth Capital LLC, which is a U.S. » more information -
Ohio Minority Micro-Enterprise Grant Program
The Ohio Minority Micro-Enterprise Grant Program provides $10,000 in funding to help small, minority- and women-owned businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Ohio Personal Protection Equipment Retooling and Reshoring Grant Program for Manufacturers
The Ohio Development Services Agency will accept applications for the purpose of providing grants to manufacturers and other entities to assist in retooling existing facilities through purchasing necessary equipment to manufacture critically needed … » more information -
Request for Rent Suspension and Eviction Moratorium for Commercial Tenants Impacted by COVID-19
On April 1, 2020, Governor Mike DeWine issued an executive order that requests that landlords suspend, for at least 90 days, rent payments for small business commercial tenants facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic and provide a … » more information -
SharedWork Ohio
SharedWork Ohio is a voluntary layoff aversion program, allowing workers to remain employed and employers to retain trained staff during times of reduced business activity. Under a SharedWork Ohio plan, the participating employer reduces affected … » 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 -
Temporary Outdoor Dining Programs
The City of Cincinnati is making permits available for restaurants and bars to temporarily expand their outdoor dining and service areas onto public sidewalks or streets or into privately owned parking facilities in order to comply with COVID-19 … » more information -
Emergency Working Capital Fund Loans for Cleveland Businesses
On April 4, 2020, Mayor Frank Jackson announced the establishment of the Emergency Working Capital Fund for the purpose of reimbursing Cleveland businesses for certain business expenses incurred from March onward, such as rent, payroll, utilities … » more information -
Emergency Working Capital Program, Low Interest Partially Forgivable Loans for Specially Impacted Small Businesses
As part of Mayor Jackson’s ReStart CLE plan, certain businesses, including restaurants, personal care businesses and storefront retail establishments, may receive low interest loans up to $20,000 of which 50% ($10,000) is forgivable for costs … » more information -
Restoration Working Capital Low Interest Loan Program
As part of Mayor Jackson’s ReStart CLE plan, businesses can receive low interest loans of (i) up to $100,000 for large businesses (more than 30 employees) and (ii) up to $25,000 for small businesses, as well as additional resources that are … » more information -
Temporary Outdoor Dining Permits
The City of Cleveland has established guidelines and regulations for permitted businesses to use private parking lots, streets and on-street parking areas as outdoor restaurant spaces. Businesses must obtain permits for outdoor dining. No fee is … » more information -
Small Business Response and Recovery Fund
The fund aims to help small businesses in Columbus impacted by COVID-19 through three different programs: … » 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 -
Liquor Buyback Program
The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Liquor Control will allow a bar or restaurant to return unopened high-proof liquor products purchased within the past 30 days as a way to provide economic assistance to bar and restaurant owners during … » more information -
Six Month Payment Deferral On Enterprise Development Loans & Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund Loans
Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz has deferred borrower payments on Enterprise Development Loans and Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund Loans for six months. » more information
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Unemployment Insurance Benefits
The CARES Act creates a temporary Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program that expands eligibility for unemployment benefits and increases those benefits for certain individuals who are unable to work due to the COVID-19 emergency. The program … » more information
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