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Arizona Reaches 6 Million Mark for COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered

Arizona Department of Health Services

Arizona has administered more than 6 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine since December, with nearly 3.4 million individuals having received at least one dose and 2.9 million now fully vaccinated, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) announced today. “Arizona has reached another major milestone with our six millionth dose of COVID-19 vaccine administered,” said … [More]

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SBA Launches Competition, Debuts SBIR Catalyst to Award over $5 Million in Prizes

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced its 6th Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC) with the addition of a new component aimed at spurring investment in underrepresented communities within the innovation economy at scale. The 2021 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition and Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Catalyst programs will recognize the … [More]

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Closure of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Announced

U.S. Small Business Administration

Today, U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced the closure of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to new loan guaranty applications, which has provided over $798 billion in economic relief to small businesses and nonprofits across the nation, keeping employees employed and helping businesses come back stronger than ever. "The Paycheck … [More]

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$550,000 from AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund to Support Mental Health Organizations

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey announced $550,000 from the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund has been allocated to 13 organizations in Arizona that offer mental health support services for adults and children. As vaccinations increase across the country and more activities return to normal, experts warn that people may continue to suffer negative mental health effects as a result of the … [More]

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SBA Launches ‘Community Navigator Pilot’ Program Application 

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that it is accepting applications for its new Community Navigator Pilot Program. This new initiative, established by the American Rescue Plan, will leverage a community navigator approach to reach our nation’s smallest businesses, with a priority focus on those owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, … [More]

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The Art of Compliance: Doing What’s Right, Not Just What’s Required

inbusinessPHX.com

The rest of society got a taste of what corporate compliance officers go through when the pandemic forced restrictions and requirements on the entire population. Suddenly, people were told to wear masks, social distance, and wash their hands more regularly and thoroughly than ever before. Plenty of people didn’t like that, trying to dodge the new rules or openly defying … [More]

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Restaurants Last Call: Administrator Guzman Announces Final Push for Restaurant Revitalization Fund Applications

U.S. Small Business Administration

Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced that eligible eating establishments have until Monday, May 24, 8 p.m. ET, to submit applications to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. “If our nation’s food and beverage industry is going to fully recover, we must ensure as many of the hardest-hit businesses get the economic aid they need,” said Administrator Guzman. “We are … [More]

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Recovery for the Smallest Restaurants and Bars

U.S. Small Business Administration

Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, today is announcing the latest application data results for the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF), passed as part of the American Rescue Plan, and signed into law by President Joe Biden. The RRF has received more than 147,000 applications from women, veterans, and socially … [More]

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Governor Ducey Signs Bill to Offer Four-Year Degrees for Community College Students

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation allowing community colleges to offer four-year degrees, paving the way for Arizona’s current and future workforces and expanding opportunities for populations that are historically underrepresented in higher education. “Arizona’s community colleges play a critical role in supporting students of all ages and equipping our workforce … [More]

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How to Apply for Financial Assistance for Restaurants, Bars, and Other Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

by Edgar R. Olivo

More financial help for food and beverage businesses has arrived! This new program provides emergency assistance for eligible restaurants, bars and other qualifying businesses impacted by COVID-19. The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. This … [More]

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Arizonans Receiving Unemployment Benefits May Continue to Receive Benefits, but under Reinstated Requirements

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey issued an Executive Order to meet surging job demand and support job creators throughout Arizona as employment opportunities grow and the COVID-19 vaccine is available for anyone who wants it. The Order rescinds a March 2020 Executive Order that waived the requirement that an individual receiving employment benefits must be actively looking for work in … [More]

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Arizona Reaches 5 Million Mark for COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered

Arizona Department of Health Services

Arizona has administered more than 5 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine since December, with nearly 3 million individuals having received at least one dose and 2.27 million now fully vaccinated, Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) announced today. “Arizona is in a much different place than it was just months ago thanks to the many people … [More]

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Nearly $27 Million Going to Support K-12 Students

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Arizona is distributing $26.5 million to support Summer learning programs, reach struggling students, enhance student achievement and expand tutoring opportunities. “Our teachers, students and families have worked hard to stay on track and ensure Arizona kids have all the support they need,” said Governor Ducey. “We need to keep up this momentum. That’s why we’re providing … [More]

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Phoenix Celebrates Five Years of Transportation 2050 Accomplishments

City of Phoenix

S​treet improvements, new bus shelters, extended bus service hours, a new light rail station and more milestones were made possible in the last five years thanks to forward-thinking Phoenicians who voted for Proposition 104 (Transportation 2050​) in August 2015. A seven-tenths (7/10) of a cent sales tax went into effect in January 2016, funding the Transportation 2050 … [More]

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Appointments Recommended But No Longer Required at State COVID-19 Vaccination Sites

Arizona Department of Health Services

With plenty of capacity currently available at state-run COVID-19 vaccination sites, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is encouraging people to visit any time during operating hours, if that’s their preference, to get their COVID-19 vaccine. However, making an appointment is still the best way to complete your vaccination appointment as quickly as … [More]

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Applications Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund Friday, Apr. 30

U.S. Small Business Administration

SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced the U.S. Small Business Administration will begin registrations on Friday, April 30, 2021, at 9 a.m. EDT and open applications on Monday, May 3, 2021, at noon EDT for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. The online application will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted. “Restaurants are the … [More]

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Glendale Chamber to Champion Equality in the City of Glendale, Pushes for Ordinance

Glendale Chamber of Commerce

The Glendale Chamber of Commerce has created a task force to champion the adoption of equality to include a LGBTQ inclusive non-discrimination ordinance in the City of Glendale that would prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.  The task force will be responsible for convening business leaders, community leaders and other stakeholders to … [More]

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SBA Launches Supplemental Targeted Advance for Small Businesses Hardest Hit by COVID-19

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration launched a new round of Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) assistance – called Supplemental Targeted Advances – on April 22, 2021 that will provide $5 billion in additional assistance to 1 million small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have been most severely affected by the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The … [More]

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