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ESSENTIAL BUSINESS RESOURCES
Maryland Essential Business List
Maryland Essential Business List
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORECOVID-19 Communication Plan for Employers
COVID-19 Communication Plan for Select Non-healthcare Critical Infrastructure Employers
COVID-19 Communication Plan for Employers
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MOREEssential Farm Worker and Farm Contractor Travel Verification Documents
GRANT APPLICATIONS
Restaurant Revitalization Fund
This program provides emergency assistance for eligible restaurants, bars, and other qualifying businesses impacted by COVID-19.
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Small Business COVID RELIEF Grant Program
To support Maryland’s small businesses that face continued financial impacts from the Coronavirus, the state established the new Maryland Small Business Covid RELIEF Grant Program in 2021, through bipartisan legislation, with $10 million in state Relief Act funding.
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Small, Minority and Women Owned Business Administration COVID RELIEF Program
To support Maryland’s small businesses that face continued financial impacts from the Coronavirus, the state established the Maryland Small, Minority and Women-Owned Business Administration COVID RELIEF Program in 2021, through bipartisan legislation, with $10 million in state Relief Act funding.
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All City Incentive Programs
Learn more about all City programs including Invest Hagerstown, Partners in Economic Progress (PEP), the Hagerstown Revolving Loan Fund, the Opportunity Zone Program, the Enterprise Zone Program, and more.
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Commuter and Shuttle Bus COVID RELIEF Grant Program
To support Maryland commuter and shuttle bus companies facing continued financial impacts from the Coronavirus, the state established the Maryland Commuter and Shuttle Bus COVID RELIEF Grant Program in 2021, through bipartisan legislation, with $8 million in state Relief Act funding.
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Maryland COVID-19 Emergency Relief Manufacturing Fund
This $5 million incentive program helps Maryland manufacturers to produce personal protective equipment and other items identified as Critical Needs Items by MEMA and DGS, that are urgently needed by the State of Maryland, Maryland-based hospitals and healthcare facilities, and emergency and first responders.
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ExportMD Program
Maryland companies that receive an ExportMD Award are eligible for up to $5,000 in reimbursement for expenses associated with an international marketing project.
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SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES
Best Practices for Retail Food Stores, Restaurants, and Food Pick-Up/Delivery Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic
FDA is sharing information about best practices to operate retail food stores, restaurants, and associated pick-up and delivery services during the COVID-19 pandemic to safeguard workers and consumers.
CDC Guidelines for Safely Re-Opening Your Business
State of Maryland Unemployment Application
This new application will allow all Marylanders to file all types of claims entirely online! This includes those who are eligible for regular benefits, CARES Act benefits, and individuals who were previously required to file by phone.
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Maryland Business Relief Wizard
The Maryland Relief Program Eligibility Wizard is designed to aid businesses in identifying State and Federal financial relief programs for which they may be eligible.
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Disaster Loan Assistance Application
Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Renters.
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The COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide
Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide & Checklist
Estimated Disaster Economic Injury Worksheet for Businesses
Please complete and email form to [email protected] as soon as possible
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Guide to the Employee Retention Tax Credit for COVID-19 Impacted Employers
MARBIDCO Pandemic Adjustment Loan Fund Program
To help Maryland’s food and fiber producers, harvesters and primary processors adjust to the business disruptions caused by COVID-19, MARBIDCO is offering loans (with a very quick turnaround time) through its new Pandemic Adjustment Loan Fund.
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Maryland Manufacturing Network
Maryland Manufacturing Network is a platform for SUPPLIERS to share their current resources and capabilities and for BUYERS to identify these suppliers and share their current and upcoming needs.
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Paycheck Protection Program Application
Small businesses and nonprofits can apply for forgivable loans for 8 weeks of payroll and operating expenses through the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program
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Guide to SBA'S Economic Injury Disaster Loans
American Hotel and Lodging Association COVID-19 Resources
UNEMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
CARES Act Unemployment Benefits Explained
CARES Act Unemployment Benefits Explained
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MOREEmployment Benefits Guide for the Worker in Transition
Employment Benefits Guide for the Worker in Transition
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MOREState of Maryland Unemployment Application
State of Maryland Unemployment Application
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MOREMaryland Workforce Exchange
CARES Act Unemployment Benefits Explained
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MOREEmployer Bulk Claims Application
Bulk filing allows the employer to submit a list of employees who have been laid off including their last day of work and estimated return date. EMPLOYEES STILL SHOULD FILE A CLAIM ON THEIR OWN BEHALF AND SUBMIT THEIR SUBSEQUENT WEBCERT OR TELECERT WEEKLY THEREAFTER. Download the form and email it to: [email protected]
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Employer Bulk Claims Data Sheet
Bulk filing allows the employer to submit a list of employees who have been laid off including their last day of work and estimated return date. EMPLOYEES STILL SHOULD FILE A CLAIM ON THEIR OWN BEHALF AND SUBMIT THEIR SUBSEQUENT WEBCERT OR TELECERT WEEKLY THEREAFTER. Download the form and email it to: [email protected]
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Schedule a Virtual Meeting with the Department of Business Development
Department of Business and Economic Development
Washington County Administration Complex
100 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Suite 1401
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 240-313-2280
TTY users may call any government office through the Maryland Relay Service 1-800-735-2258