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Washington State
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 August 18, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Washington, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Resources website.
Health-Related Relief Programs
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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 -
Apple Health (Medicaid)
The Washington State Health Care Authority provides health care for qualifying Washington residents through Apple Health (Medicaid). The program works to ensure that eligible adults and children have access to needed health care services by … » more information -
Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a health and nutrition program that predates COVID-19, but can be used by eligible participants at this time. WIC helps families with young children or expecting … » more information -
Paid Sick Leave, Paid Family & Medical Leave and Unemployment Benefits for those Affected by COVID-19]
Washington State’s Employment Security Department has adopted a series of emergency rules to relieve the burden on workers and businesses from temporary layoffs, isolation and quarantine due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The Department has also issued … » more information -
Washington State: COVID-19 Hotline
Call center staffed with trained professionals to answer questions about COVID-19. » more information -
Washington State: Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a health and nutrition program that predates COVID-19, but can be used by eligible participants at this time. WIC helps families with young children or expecting … » 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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Washington State: Moratorium on Residential Evictions and Other Relief for Commercial and Residential Renters
Washington State has placed a moratorium on residential evictions through October 15, 2020. Rent payments delayed through the moratorium are still owed but a landlord must offer a tenant a reasonable repayment plan. The Governor’s order prevents … » more information -
Moratorium on Residential Evictions and Other Relief
The City of Seattle placed a moratorium on residential evictions in the City, which expired June 4, 2020. Subsequently, the City Council also passed a new legal defense that evicted tenants can use for six months after the city's eviction moratorium … » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Apple Health (Medicaid)
The Washington State Health Care Authority provides health care for qualifying Washington residents through Apple Health (Medicaid). The program works to ensure that eligible adults and children have access to needed health care services by … » 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 -
Washington State: Extension of Filing Deadline for All Businesses and Extension of Payment Dates for Those Unable to Pay State Taxes Due to COVID-19
The Washington State Department of Revenue has extended due dates for businesses filing monthly, quarterly, and annual state tax returns. Upon request, the Department will also work with taxpayers that have payment plan agreements to extend payment … » 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 -
Consumer Protection for COVID-19 Related Scams and Price Gouging
Scams and price gouging often proliferate during a state of emergency, such as the COVID-19 emergency. Washington State’s Attorney General has cautioned residents that “[t]here is no specific antiviral treatment recommended for COVID-19 at this … » more information -
Department of Corrections Suspends Visitations
Effective March 13, 2020, the Washington State Department of Corrections (“DOC”) suspended visitation at facilities statewide until DOC implements enhanced screening protocols for all employees/contract staff, incarcerated individuals and others … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Washington’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program provides temporary cash for families in need and enrolled in Washington’s WorkFirst Program to assist unemployed individuals in finding and keeping a job. Although there is no … » more information
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