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COVID-19: Disaster and pandemic planning resources

Updated April 2021

Whether a natural disaster or a global health emergency, use these resources to help you and your clients stay informed, prepared and avoid a crisis.

The latest COVID-19 news and resources

The American Rescue Plan Act

Signed into law March 11, the Act includes several tax provisions, funding for local governments, stimulus checks for individuals and more.

Minnesota's COVID-19 response

Gov. Walz's landing page for Minnesota's COVID-19 response and preparation.

Minnesota Department of Revenue guidance for taxpayers

Learn how the DOR is responding to COVID-19 and related changes to state taxes.

IRS guidance

Access the latest IRS information about coronavirus tax relief and economic impact payments.

COVID-19 and related resources

Federal COVID-19 relief bills

• The American Rescue Plan Act (March 2021)
• The Consolidated Appropriations Act (December 2020)

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and more SBA resources

• First draw PPP loans (program ends May 31)
• Second draw PPP loans (program ends May 31)
• SBA PPP loan forgiveness
• Restaurant Revitalization Fund (applications open May 3)
• Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

Returning to work and vaccine resources

• COVID-19 Vaccine Employer Toolkit Use this toolkit from DEED for resources to help get your workforce vaccinated safely and efficiently.
• Vaccines for COVID-10 are here; what can employers do now? Consider these seven priorities to handle the vaccine rollout for your staff.
• Industry-specific guidance for preparedness plans Stay safe operating guidance for potential high-exposure industries such as retail, restaurants and manufacturing.
• MN Dept. of Health FAQ Covering questions about face coverings, when to wear one and when it can be removed.
• DEED Stay Safe Guidance for All Business Entities Resources, templates and flyers for your business.

Professional education offerings

COVID-19 hot topics (CPE)

COVID-19 impacts financial reporting, risk management decisions, tax planning, HR and more. Navigate the challenges and opportunities with these online CPE options.

COVID-19 in the Workplace: New Issues in a Changing Work Environment (Jan. 22, 2021, non-CPE, member login required)

Scrambling to make sense of the Consolidated Appropriations Act passed in December 2020? HR expert Larry Morgan breaks down the key areas employers need to be aware of before delving into guidance on return-to-work plans, vaccination requirements, mask mandates and more.

Articles of interest

American Rescue Plan and employee-related issues

Read how this law affects emergency paid sick leave, emergency paid family leave, expansion of unemployment benefits, a COBRA subsidy and a temporary expansion of dependent care.

Maintaining and enhancing client engagement

There are several actions you can take to maintain a high level of client service from afar. Here are a few ideas to help boost your client engagement during these unprecedented and unconnected times.

Staff connectivity ideas in the age of COVID-19

Staff engagement is always vital, but it's especially important during a pandemic. Check out these ideas from local firms to safely connect with your staff and peers in 2021.

How to overcome screen fatigue

Zoom, Teams and Hangouts -- oh my! There's a reason why you're feeling exhausted after hours on video calls. Find out why and how to recover from screen overload.

Responding to COVID-19 with remote access? Pay attention to security!

Tech expert Tommy Stephens shares five best practices for the increased number of people working from home in your office.

COVID-19 pandemic turns CPAs into emergency workers

Donny Shimamoto shares insight and thoughts from CPAs across the country amid this trying time.

National/international resources

COVID-19 global cases by Johns Hopkins CSSE

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

World Health Organization

U.S. Travel Association

U.S. Small Business Administration: COVID-19 Guidance and Loan Resources