IRS sets Nov. 10 as National EIP Registration Day

To help Non-filers, IRS sets Nov. 10 as ‘National EIP Registration Day;’ Register at IRS.gov for Economic Impact Payment | site |



(October 23, 2020) - - Today, October 23, 2020, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information: WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today set November 10 as "National EIP Registration Day," as the agency and partners across the country launch a final push to encourage everyone who doesn't normally file a tax return to register to receive an Economic Impact Payment. "National EIP Registration Day" will take place just a few days ahead of the extended November 21 registration deadline. This special event will feature support from IRS partner groups inside and outside of the tax community, including those that work with low-income and underserved communities. These groups will help spread the word about the new November 21 deadline and, in some cases, provide special support for people who still ne...

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Media Telebriefing Transcript on Operation Warp Speed | site |


(October 23, 2020) - - Today, October 23, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published the following Telebriefing Transcript on Operation Warp Speed:

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[Dr. Robert Redfield] Are you mine? Ok great. Good afternoon and thank you Secretary Azar for joining us today at CDC headquarters. It’s a privilege to have you with us and we appreciate your leadership throughout this unprecedented response. COVID-19 is the most significant public health challenge our country’s faced in more than a century and the pandemic is not over. Earlier this week COVID virus cases reached over 40 million globally. Here in the United States, we’re approaching a critical phase. In a few moments Dr. Jay Butler, CDC’s Deputy Director for Infectious Dise...

U.S. Department of Education Releases Parent and Family Digital Learning Guide | site |



(October 23, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Education published the following information:

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Education today released a new Parent and Family Digital Learning Guide, a resource to help parents and guardians understand how digital tools can provide tailored learning opportunities, engage students with course materials, encourage creative expression, and enrich the educational experience. "As technology continues to iterate and benefit every part of our lives, all students need more opportunities to leverage the potential of technology in education," said U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos. "We hope families can use the information we release today as many of them are relying on technology more so than ever before and are navigating learning from home." Digital learning can help families and educators meet the ...

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: Daily Roundup October 23, 2020
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(October 23, 2020) - - Today, October 23, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the following information:

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the following actions taken in its ongoing response effort to the COVID-19 pandemic:

• On Thursday, the FDA approved Veklury (remdesivir), the first drug approved to treat COVID-19, for use in adults and pediatric patients (12 years of age and older and weighing at least 40 kg) for the treatment of COVID-19 requiring hospitalization. Veklury should only be administered in a hospital or in a healthcare setting capable of providing acute care comparable to inpatient hospital care. The FDA revised the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Veklury to remove those uses that are now approved under Gilead’s New Drug Application (NDA). The EUA for Veklury continues

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Agencies invite Comment on Proposed Rule under Bank Secrecy Act | site |



(October 23, 2020) - - Today, October 23, 2020, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System published the following information:

Agencies invite comment on proposed rule under Bank Secrecy Act

Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
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The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Federal Reserve Board today invited comment on a proposed rule that would amend the recordkeeping and travel rule regulations under the Bank Secrecy Act. FinCEN and the Board, pursuant to their shared authority, are proposing amendments to the recordkeeping rule jointly, while FinCEN, pursuant to its sole authority, is proposing amendments to the travel rule. Under the current recordkeeping and travel rule regulations, financial institutions must collect, retain, and...

U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces First Marine Highway Project Designation for North Carolina | site |



October 22, 2020) - - Today, October 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao today announced the designation of the North Carolina Ferry System (NCFS) as a Marine Highway Project, a first for the state of North Carolina. Marine highways are navigable waterways that can be used as alternate options to traditional transportation methods. “This historic designation will enhance the ability of the North Carolina Ferry System to connect communities and promote economic growth with an efficient, effective, and sustainable water-based transportation option,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Issued as part of MARAD’s America’s Marine Highway Program, the designation will enable the NCFS to apply for federa...

U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Disaster Assistance to Maryland Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) | site |




(October 20, 2020) - - Today, October 20, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published the following information:

ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Maryland small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, to declare a disaster following a request received from Gov. Larry Hogan on March 18, 2020.

The disaster declaration makes SBA assistance available in the entire state of Maryland; District of Columbia and the...

AFL-CIO President says, As President, Biden Will Fight for All Working Families | site |



(October 22, 2020) - - In a press release dated October 22, 2020, the AFL-CIO published the following:

As President, Biden Will Fight for All Working Families

Statement from AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka in response to tonight’s presidential debate: Joe Biden reminded America tonight how a strong, thoughtful, engaged and compassionate leader acts. His plan for defeating COVID-19 and delivering economic relief to the American people are the solutions we need in the face of the enormous spikes in cases and unemployment across the country. And his commitment to growing the labor movement will give more working families the collective power to win better wages, health care, retirement security and safety on the job. America’s families deserve leaders who focus on “we, the people,” not just on the person ...

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten Reacts to Final Presidential Debate, Congratulates Joe Biden | site |



(October 22, 2020) - - In a press release dated October 22, 2020, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) published the following:

AFT President Randi Weingarten Reacts to Final Presidential Debate, Congratulates Joe Biden

WASHINGTON—American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement after the final presidential debate of the 2020 election: “Tonight, Joe Biden reminded voters exactly why we want him in office: his decency, his understanding of the lived experiences of regular people, and his ability to speak to the heart of the shared values we so often fail to see in politics. Biden is fighting for the families of our country—he spent his time on stage tonight talking about what real people need, while President Trump talke...

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Expands Relief Fund Eligibility and Updates Reporting Requirements | site |




(October 22, 2020) - - Today, October 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published the following information: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), is announcing the latest Provider Relief Fund (PRF) application period has been expanded to include provider applicants such as residential treatment facilities, chiropractors, and eye and vision providers that have not yet received Provider Relief Fund distributions. On October 1, 2020, HHS announced it would be making up to $20 billion in new Phase 3 General Distribution funding available for providers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. HHS is also focused on ensuring the safe continuity of all types of health care delivery despite this pandemic. As such, the Adminis...