Posts Under "coronavirus" Tag

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  • April 17th, 2020
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PPP Now Out of Funds – NAM Call to Action

The Paycheck Protection Program is now out of funds. The NAM is calling on Congress to authorize additional funding for this critical program. Too many small manufacturers are short on time and money, so we can’t afford a delay. Your member of Congress needs to hear directly from manufacturers and their employees. Use this tool […]

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  • April 17th, 2020
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White House – Plan to Open Up America Again

President Trump has unveiled Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, a three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts. These steps will help state and local officials when reopening their economies, getting people back to work, and continuing to protect American lives. Click Here to Read the full three-phased approach.

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  • April 15th, 2020
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OSHA Clarifies COVID-19 Response

This memorandum provided by OSHA provides interim guidance to Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs) for enforcing the requirements of 29 CFR Part 1904 with respect to the recording of occupational illnesses, specifically cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). This memorandum will take effect immediately and remain in effect until further notice. This guidance is […]

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  • April 15th, 2020
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Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments

The IRS is offering tax help for taxpayers, businesses, tax-exempt organizations and others – including health plans – affected by coronavirus (COVID-19). Click Here to go to the IRS site for full details and resources.

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  • April 14th, 2020
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How Is Your Facility Coping With COVID-19?

Take this short survey to help us discover how this crisis is affecting different parts of the manufacturing industry. Article and survey by Industry Week.  

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  • April 13th, 2020
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LobbyIt update on CARES Act and COVID-19 Information

The following is an update from AWFS’ legislative advocacy partner LobbyIt (as of 04.13.20) The IRS faces a major test of its resources this month, with the agency expected to start distributing stimulus payments to individuals and families under the third coronavirus-response package. IRS and Treasury Department officials have told lawmakers that they expect to […]

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  • April 10th, 2020
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600 US Manufacturers Ready to Assist with Pandemic Relief Effort

As the United States continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA) has identified hundreds of U.S. manufacturers available to produce needed medical equipment.   Click here for full article.

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  • April 10th, 2020
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Biesse Group Donates Personal Protective Gear

Biesse Group continues to provide tangible support for the local fight against Covid-19. Following a donation for the purchase of technology to help the most critical patients and a fundraising campaign, the manufacturing departments are also being recruited, specifically the unit that handles Additive Manufacturing.  Click here to read more.

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  • April 8th, 2020
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4 Ways to Manage Anxiety in Uncertain Times

Like many, the coronavirus crisis has caused my anxiety to spike. Here are 4 ways to find support when things get overwhelming.  Click here to read the full article by Inc.com

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  • April 8th, 2020
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Leading Through the COVID-19 Crisis

The former CEO of Baxter International shares two mantras to get through this critical time.  Click here to read the full article from Industryweek.com

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