COVID-19 Resources

For information on the work SBAM is doing related to COVID-19 advocacy, visit our Advocacy section of the website.

Small Business COVID-19 Resources

On October 2, 2020 the Michigan Supreme Court issued a ruling limiting the Governor’s authority over executive orders. Please note that the information here references many Executive Orders. As we wait for interim rules please follow the guidance laid out by OSHA.

SBAM is committed to helping business owners navigate the very complex and very fluid issues regarding the COVID-19 crisis.

We have an extensive network of experts in various industries. If you have a question, please visit any of the pages below or email sbam@sbam.org and we will try to get that answered for you as soon as possible.

Personal Protective Equipment

To help prepare Michigan’s small businesses to manage guidelines and regulations for safe work, we have compiled a list of resources of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) produced by Michigan based small businesses.

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Getting Back to Work Safely

It is crucial to maintain a safe work environment for your employees and for any members of the public that you may encounter. This web page should serve as a guide to help you create a preparedness plan and get back to work safely.

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Loans & Funding

Details about grants and loans available to small businesses during COVID-19.

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HR, Unemployment & Work Share

Understand Unemployment & Work Share thanks to information provided by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.

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Guidance on MDHHS Orders & MI Safe Start Plan

Understand the MDHHS regulations and what they mean for your business. Note: we are not an attorney, so please use your best judgment. For additional enforcement guidelines outlined by the Attorney General, click here and here.

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Tax Implications

What you need to know about tax implications of your PPP loan, changes in filing deadlines, penalties and interest for Michigan quarterly filings, delays in Michigan state and city income tax deadlines, and more.

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FFCRA, CARES Act & FMLA

Resources for employees and employers provided by the U.S. Department of Labor on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

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Frequently Asked Questions

A comprehensive FAQ covering all of the above topics mentioned and more.

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Small Business Briefing Archives

April 12, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – April 12, 2021

Here’s what you missed on today’s episode: #DataMonday – a look at the latest infection rates Vaccine roll-out When might in-person office work be allowed? The governor’s latest press conference Watch the episode. […]

April 5, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – April 5, 2021

Here’s what you missed on today’s episode: Going over the latest numbers for #DataMonday Special guest Terry Terry, owner of MessageMakers and UrbanBeat Unemployment expansion expired, what are the implications? PPP and EIDL changes Watch the episode. […]

April 1, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – April 1, 2021

Here’s what you missed on today’s episode: Conversation with Brown Iron Brewhouse owner Patti Eisenbraun Lots of vaccine news Is the Governor considering new restrictions? Why is the virus spreading so fast? Watch the episode. […]

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