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Texas
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 May 8, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Texas, we recommend that you visit the Governor's COVID-19 Resources portal, the Harris County website or Dallas County's Coronavirus Updates and Information.
Food-Related Relief Programs
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JCC Dallas Senior Meal Program
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center of Dallas (“JCC Dallas”) is operating a Senior Meals Program, thorough which it distributes nutritious, kosher meals to seniors. » more information -
Mission Arlington
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Mission Arlington is operating a drive-thru food pantry to provide food to individuals in need. Mission Arlington is also delivering food and supplies, where possible, to those who request it. » more information -
San Antonio Food Bank Food Distributions
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the San Antonio Food Bank is providing a city-wide food distribution in San Antonio, Texas. Home deliveries are available for elderly and homebound individuals in the greater San Antonio area. Rural distributions are … » more information -
Society of Samaritans Feed My Sheep Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Society of Samaritans is operating its Feed My Sheep Food Pantry, offering drive-thru groceries to individuals in need. » more information -
Red River Cultural District Banding Together ATX
Through its Banding Together ATX program, the Red River Cultural District is providing grocery gift cards of up to $100 to support music, hospitality, and service industry workers who have suffered financially due to event cancellations or business … » more information
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 -
Mental Health Hotline
Texas Health and Human Services has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress, or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Cash Assistance Program
The Texas Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is a support service for Texas families. The purpose of TANF is to provide financial and medical assistance to needy dependent children and the parents or relatives with whom they are … » 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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Temporary Suspension of Residential Eviction Proceedings
On April 6, 2020, the Texas Supreme Court issued an emergency order extending the deadlines of its March 20, 2020 order that temporarily suspended residential eviction proceedings. The order does not alter any obligations tenants have to timely pay … » more information -
Temporary Suspension of Eviction Proceedings for Residential and Commercial Renters
On March 26, 2020, Austin City Council passed an ordinance providing renters that have failed to pay rent a 60-day grace period before facing eviction proceedings. Specifically, the ordinance requires landlords to provide delinquent renters with a … » more information -
Temporary Suspension of Eviction Proceedings
On March 18, 2020, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued an order suspending eviction hearings and writs of possession for 60 days to prevent renters from being displaced and to prevent the potential spread of COVID-19. The order does not relieve … » more information -
Allen Community Outreach
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Allen Community Outreach is operating a drive-thru food pantry for Collin County residents, as well as a mobile food pantry that delivers food to individuals in Branch, Collin County. Allen Community Outreach is also … » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Unemployment Insurance
The Texas Unemployment Insurance (UI) program pays benefits to those individuals who lost their jobs through no fault of their own. The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) determines benefit eligibility based on past wages, why someone lost their job … » 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
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