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  • U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission

    U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission | site |


    USDA also seeks nominations for subcommittee


    Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture press release dated: April 7, 2022

    Washington, April 7, 2022 - - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish a Rural Community Economic Development (RCED) Subcommittee as part of the recently launched Equity Commission. Nominations and applications for membership to the RCED Subcommittee are due on May 6.

    The Federal Register Notice is another important step towards fully implementing President Biden’s commitment to create an Equity Commission and the American Rescue Plan Act provision that directs USDA to “address historical discrimination and disparities in the agriculture sector… [through] one
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  • Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the September 21-22 FOMC Meeting

    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the September 21-22 FOMC Meeting | site |



    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: September 22, 2021)

    The attached tables and charts released on Wednesday summarize the economic projections made by Federal Open Market Committee participants in conjunction with the September 21-22 meeting.

    Projections | Accessible Materials
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  • Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the June 15-16 FOMC Meeting

    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the June 15-16 FOMC Meeting | site |




    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: June 16, 2021)

    The attached tables and charts released on Wednesday summarize the economic projections made by Federal Open Market Committee participants in conjunction with the June 15-16 meeting.

    Projections (PDF) | Accessible Materials
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  • The U.S. Small Business Administration and the White House Webinar with Small Business Leaders on Economic Recovery and Vaccine Leadership Briefing

    The U.S. Small Business Administration & the White House Webinar with Small Business Leaders on Economic Recovery & Vaccine Leadership Briefing | site |




    (Information contained in U.S. Small Business Administration [SBA] press release dated: June 14, 2021)

    Washington - - On Thursday, June 10, as part of the "Vaccine Month of Action," The White House, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and Public Private Strategies Institute hosted a briefing for small business leaders on COVID-19 recovery as part of their recently announced "Getting Back on Track: Help is Here" webinar series.

    Over a thousand participants joined the briefing featuring SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman and Dr. Bechara Choucair, White House COVID-19 Vaccinations Coordinator. Administrator Guzman and Dr. Choucair discussed the importance of vaccinations and provided updates on COVID-19 economic aid programs, such as the
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  • U.S. Treasury Awards 1.25 Billion Dollars to CDFIs to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19

    U.S. Treasury Awards $1.25 Billion to Community Development Financial Institutions to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19 | site |



    Announcement Made by Vice President Harris Alongside Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, U.S. Senator Mark Warner, and U.S. Representative Maxine Waters


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: June 15, 2021)

    Washington - - The U.S. Department of the Treasury today awarded $1.25 billion in COVID-19 relief funds to 863 community development financial institutions (CDFIs). The awards were announced today by Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House with Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen. The grants will be made through Treasury’s CDFI Rapid Response Program (CDFI RRP) and will provide necessary capital for CDFIs to respond to economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in
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  • IRS says more than 1.8 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan - - - total Payments reach nearly 167 Million

    IRS says more than 1.8 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan; total Payments reach nearly 167 Million | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: May 26, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they have disbursed more than 1.8 million additional Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan.

    Today's announcement covering the most recent two weeks of the effort brings the total disbursed so far to nearly 167 million payments. They represent a total value of approximately $391 billion since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches on March 12.

    Here is additional information on the last two weeks of payments, which includes those with official payment dates through May 26:
    • In total, this includes
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  • Federal Reserve Board issues Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households

    Federal Reserve Board issues Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households | site |


    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: May 17, 2021)

    In the fourth quarter of 2020, nearly one-fourth of adults said that they were worse off financially compared to a year earlier, reflecting the economic fallout and distress resulting from the global COVID-19 pandemic. The Federal Reserve Board's report, Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2020, which was released on Monday, found a larger share of adults were worse off in 2020 than in previous years of the survey. This change occurred broadly across the population, but not all groups fared similarly. Despite the increase in the share of Americans doing worse off financially, most believed they were still at least doing "okay" financially overall. Seventy-five percent of adults were either doing okay or living comfortably in November, w...
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  • U.S. Treasury says nearly 1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan

    U.S. Treasury says nearly 1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Treasury says total payments reach nearly 165 million


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: May 12, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing nearly 1 million payments in the ninth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 165 million payments, with a total value of approximately $388 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The ninth batch of payments began processing on Friday, May 7, with an official payment date of May 12, with some people receiving direct payments in
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  • Jessica Wachter Named SEC Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis

    Jessica Wachter Named U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission [SEC] press release dated: May 3, 2021) Washington D.C., May 3, 2021 - - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Jessica Wachter has been appointed Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA). Dr. Wachter joins the SEC from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, where she has been a professor since 2003. "For centuries, capital markets have evolved by adapting to technological innovation and the emergence of new data sources," said SEC Chair Gary Gensler. "It is essential that we apply rigorous economic analysis to ensure that our policymaking, enforcement decisions, and examinations are informed by the data we have available to us. Jessica Wachter is an exceptional economist w...
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  • IRS says More than 1.1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan

    U.S. Internal Revenue Service says more than 1.1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    IRS says payments total approximately 164 million


    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: May 5, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing more than 1.1 million payments in the eighth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today's announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 164 million payments, with a total value of approximately $386 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The eighth batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 30, with an official payment date of May 5, with some people rece
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  • Nearly 2 Million more Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan

    Nearly 2 Million more Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Continuing payments reach approximately 163 million


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: April 28, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing nearly 2 million payments in the seventh batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 163 million payments, with a total value of approximately $384 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The seventh batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 23, with an official payment date of April 28, with some people receiving direct payments in their accounts earlier as
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  • Two Million More Economic Impact Payments Disbursed Under the American Rescue Plan

    Two Million More Economic Impact Payments Disbursed Under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Total Reaches Approximately 161 million as Payments Continue


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: April 22, 2021)


    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing nearly 2 million payments in the sixth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 161 million payments, with a total value of more than $379 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The sixth batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 16, with an official payment date of April 21, with some people receiving direct payments in their accounts earlier as provisional
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  • IRS says Those experiencing Homelessness can get Economic Impact Payments and other Tax Benefits

    IRS says Those experiencing Homelessness can get Economic Impact Payments and other Tax Benefits; Permanent Address Not Required | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: April 15, 2021) Washington - - The Internal Revenue Service today continued an ongoing effort to help those experiencing homelessness during the pandemic by reminding people who don't have a permanent address or a bank account that they may still qualify for Economic Impact Payments and other tax benefits. While Economic Impact Payments continue to be made automatically to most people, the IRS can't issue a payment to eligible Americans when information about them isn't available in the tax agency's systems. To help people experiencing homelessness, the rural poor and other historically under-served groups, the IRS urges community groups, employers and others to share information about Economic Impact Payments and help more eligi
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  • Treasury, IRS Disburse 25 Million more Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan

    Treasury, IRS Disburse 25 Million more Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Social Security and other beneficiaries bring total to more than 156 million payments; VA beneficiaries payments to be disbursed on April 14


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: April 7, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing more than 25 million payments in the fourth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to more than 156 million payments, with a total value of approximately $372 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches, as announced on March 12. The fourth batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 2, with an official payment dat
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  • Treasury Department Begins Sending Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan to Americans

    Treasury Department Begins Sending Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan to Americans | site |




    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: March 12, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the United States Department of the Treasury announced that Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan will begin rolling out in tranches to millions of Americans in the coming weeks. Following passage of the American Rescue Plan, which President Biden signed into law yesterday, the Treasury Department – through the Internal Revenue Service and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service – enacted an operational plan to begin processing the first batch of these payments today, which some recipients will start receiving as early as this weekend, and with more receiving this coming week. Additional large batches of payments, which will be automatic and require no action by taxpayers, will be sent in the coming...
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    U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission
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    U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission | site |


    USDA also seeks nominations for subcommittee


    Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture press release dated: April 7, 2022

    Washington, April 7, 2022 - - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish a Rural Community Economic Development (RCED) Subcommittee as part of the recently launched Equity Commission. Nominations and applications for membership to the RCED Subcommittee are due on May 6.

    The Federal Register Notice is another important step towards fully implementing President Biden’s commitment to create an Equity Commission and the American Rescue Plan Act provision that directs USDA to “address historical discrimination and disparities in the agriculture sector… [through] one
    ...
    04-13-2022, 01:44 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the September 21-22 FOMC Meeting
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the September 21-22 FOMC Meeting | site |



    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: September 22, 2021)

    The attached tables and charts released on Wednesday summarize the economic projections made by Federal Open Market Committee participants in conjunction with the September 21-22 meeting.

    Projections | Accessible Materials
    ...
    10-13-2021, 05:35 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the June 15-16 FOMC Meeting
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the June 15-16 FOMC Meeting | site |




    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: June 16, 2021)

    The attached tables and charts released on Wednesday summarize the economic projections made by Federal Open Market Committee participants in conjunction with the June 15-16 meeting.

    Projections (PDF) | Accessible Materials
    ...
    06-18-2021, 04:11 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    The U.S. Small Business Administration and the White House Webinar with Small Business Leaders on Economic Recovery and Vaccine Leadership Briefing
    by Staff Reporter 1
    The U.S. Small Business Administration & the White House Webinar with Small Business Leaders on Economic Recovery & Vaccine Leadership Briefing | site |




    (Information contained in U.S. Small Business Administration [SBA] press release dated: June 14, 2021)

    Washington - - On Thursday, June 10, as part of the "Vaccine Month of Action," The White House, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and Public Private Strategies Institute hosted a briefing for small business leaders on COVID-19 recovery as part of their recently announced "Getting Back on Track: Help is Here" webinar series.

    Over a thousand participants joined the briefing featuring SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman and Dr. Bechara Choucair, White House COVID-19 Vaccinations Coordinator. Administrator Guzman and Dr. Choucair discussed the importance of vaccinations and provided updates on COVID-19 economic aid programs, such as the
    ...
    06-16-2021, 11:26 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Treasury Awards 1.25 Billion Dollars to CDFIs to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Treasury Awards $1.25 Billion to Community Development Financial Institutions to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19 | site |



    Announcement Made by Vice President Harris Alongside Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, U.S. Senator Mark Warner, and U.S. Representative Maxine Waters


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: June 15, 2021)

    Washington - - The U.S. Department of the Treasury today awarded $1.25 billion in COVID-19 relief funds to 863 community development financial institutions (CDFIs). The awards were announced today by Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House with Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen. The grants will be made through Treasury’s CDFI Rapid Response Program (CDFI RRP) and will provide necessary capital for CDFIs to respond to economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in
    ...
    06-16-2021, 03:50 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says more than 1.8 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan - - - total Payments reach nearly 167 Million
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says more than 1.8 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan; total Payments reach nearly 167 Million | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: May 26, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they have disbursed more than 1.8 million additional Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan.

    Today's announcement covering the most recent two weeks of the effort brings the total disbursed so far to nearly 167 million payments. They represent a total value of approximately $391 billion since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches on March 12.

    Here is additional information on the last two weeks of payments, which includes those with official payment dates through May 26:
    • In total, this includes
    ...
    05-28-2021, 12:29 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board issues Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board issues Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households | site |


    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: May 17, 2021)

    In the fourth quarter of 2020, nearly one-fourth of adults said that they were worse off financially compared to a year earlier, reflecting the economic fallout and distress resulting from the global COVID-19 pandemic. The Federal Reserve Board's report, Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2020, which was released on Monday, found a larger share of adults were worse off in 2020 than in previous years of the survey. This change occurred broadly across the population, but not all groups fared similarly. Despite the increase in the share of Americans doing worse off financially, most believed they were still at least doing "okay" financially overall. Seventy-five percent of adults were either doing okay or living comfortably in November, w...
    05-17-2021, 10:20 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Treasury says nearly 1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Treasury says nearly 1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Treasury says total payments reach nearly 165 million


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: May 12, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing nearly 1 million payments in the ninth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 165 million payments, with a total value of approximately $388 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The ninth batch of payments began processing on Friday, May 7, with an official payment date of May 12, with some people receiving direct payments in
    ...
    05-13-2021, 12:46 AM
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    Jessica Wachter Named SEC Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Jessica Wachter Named U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission [SEC] press release dated: May 3, 2021) Washington D.C., May 3, 2021 - - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Jessica Wachter has been appointed Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA). Dr. Wachter joins the SEC from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, where she has been a professor since 2003. "For centuries, capital markets have evolved by adapting to technological innovation and the emergence of new data sources," said SEC Chair Gary Gensler. "It is essential that we apply rigorous economic analysis to ensure that our policymaking, enforcement decisions, and examinations are informed by the data we have available to us. Jessica Wachter is an exceptional economist w...
    05-10-2021, 07:45 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says More than 1.1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Internal Revenue Service says more than 1.1 Million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    IRS says payments total approximately 164 million


    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: May 5, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing more than 1.1 million payments in the eighth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today's announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 164 million payments, with a total value of approximately $386 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The eighth batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 30, with an official payment date of May 5, with some people rece
    ...
    05-06-2021, 07:15 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Nearly 2 Million more Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Nearly 2 Million more Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Continuing payments reach approximately 163 million


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: April 28, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing nearly 2 million payments in the seventh batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 163 million payments, with a total value of approximately $384 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The seventh batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 23, with an official payment date of April 28, with some people receiving direct payments in their accounts earlier as
    ...
    04-29-2021, 11:55 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Two Million More Economic Impact Payments Disbursed Under the American Rescue Plan
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Two Million More Economic Impact Payments Disbursed Under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Total Reaches Approximately 161 million as Payments Continue


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: April 22, 2021)


    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing nearly 2 million payments in the sixth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to approximately 161 million payments, with a total value of more than $379 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches as announced on March 12. The sixth batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 16, with an official payment date of April 21, with some people receiving direct payments in their accounts earlier as provisional
    ...
    04-24-2021, 11:59 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Those experiencing Homelessness can get Economic Impact Payments and other Tax Benefits
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Those experiencing Homelessness can get Economic Impact Payments and other Tax Benefits; Permanent Address Not Required | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: April 15, 2021) Washington - - The Internal Revenue Service today continued an ongoing effort to help those experiencing homelessness during the pandemic by reminding people who don't have a permanent address or a bank account that they may still qualify for Economic Impact Payments and other tax benefits. While Economic Impact Payments continue to be made automatically to most people, the IRS can't issue a payment to eligible Americans when information about them isn't available in the tax agency's systems. To help people experiencing homelessness, the rural poor and other historically under-served groups, the IRS urges community groups, employers and others to share information about Economic Impact Payments and help more eligi
    ...
    04-19-2021, 11:19 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Treasury, IRS Disburse 25 Million more Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Treasury, IRS Disburse 25 Million more Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan | site |


    Social Security and other beneficiaries bring total to more than 156 million payments; VA beneficiaries payments to be disbursed on April 14


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: April 7, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced they are disbursing more than 25 million payments in the fourth batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan.

    Today’s announcement brings the total disbursed so far to more than 156 million payments, with a total value of approximately $372 billion, since these payments began rolling out to Americans in batches, as announced on March 12. The fourth batch of payments began processing on Friday, April 2, with an official payment dat
    ...
    04-08-2021, 12:18 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Treasury Department Begins Sending Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan to Americans
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Treasury Department Begins Sending Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan to Americans | site |




    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: March 12, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the United States Department of the Treasury announced that Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan will begin rolling out in tranches to millions of Americans in the coming weeks. Following passage of the American Rescue Plan, which President Biden signed into law yesterday, the Treasury Department – through the Internal Revenue Service and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service – enacted an operational plan to begin processing the first batch of these payments today, which some recipients will start receiving as early as this weekend, and with more receiving this coming week. Additional large batches of payments, which will be automatic and require no action by taxpayers, will be sent in the coming...
    03-15-2021, 10:33 PM
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    Department of Commerce's EDA Awards Over 70 Million Dollars To Support Economic Recovery Across The U.S. And Territories
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration Awards Over $70 Million To Support Economic Recovery Across The U.S. And Territories | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of Commerce press release dated: February 11, 2021) Today, the Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration announced over $70 million in CARES Act Recovery Assistance, Disaster Recovery, and Public Works Program grants to support businesses and communities adversely affected by the coronavirus pandemic and natural disasters, and bolster public works projects to spur economic growth. These grants provide critical gap financing for local companies, support infrastructure improvement projects, and strengthen workforce development programs to help create jobs and generate private investments in communities across the country. The Department of Commerce is committed to promoting equitable economic growth that strengthens U.S. businesses, creates goo...
    02-26-2021, 12:47 AM
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    SBA Reaches 200 Billion Dollars Milestone in Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program to Small Businesses and Non-Profits
    by Staff Reporter 1
    SBA Reaches $200 Billion Milestone in Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program to Small Businesses and Non-Profits | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Small Business Administration [SBA] press release dated: February 12, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration reached a milestone in the success of the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which has provided U.S. small businesses, non-profits, and agricultural businesses a total of $200 billion in emergency funding. “Following the enactment of COVID-19 emergency legislation, the SBA has now provided more than 3.7 million small businesses employing more than 20 million people with $200 billion through the unprecedented COVID-19 EIDL loan program,” Acting Administrator Tami Perriello said. “SBA remains committed to helping small businesses recover from the unprecedented economic effects of COVID-19.” SBA is still accepting COVID-1...
    02-25-2021, 09:12 PM
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    Statement by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen on the Historic Impact of Economic Crises on People of Color
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Statement by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen on the Historic Impact of Economic Crises on People of Color | site |



    Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury statement release dated: February 5, 2021)


    Today, Secretary Yellen spoke at a virtual roundtable with Vice President Kamala D Harris and participants from local Black Chambers of Commerce from across the country to discuss the importance of passing the American Rescue Plan.



    (Remarks as prepared)

    Thank you all for joining us. I know the members of the Black Chambers of Commerce have been very engaged in helping us respond to this economic crisis, and I am looking forward to our conversation. I’ve been an economist for a long time, and one of the areas where I’ve focused my attention is on the racial disparity in economic outcomes. It was probably because I started studying economics during the Civil Rights Moveme...
    02-08-2021, 08:18 AM
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    Statement by Acting Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dat P. Tran on VA easing economic hardships for Veterans
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    Statement by Acting Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dat P. Tran on VA easing Economic Hardships for Veterans, their families, Survivors and Caregivers | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs press release dated: January 29, 2021)

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is steadfast leading the way in President Joseph Biden’s Jan. 22 Executive Order to deliver economic relief to Americans amid the COVID-19 crisis by addressing economic hardships the Veteran community faces during the ongoing pandemic.

    Through no fault of their own, our Veterans and their loved ones continue to face economic hardship due to the pandemic. I want to assure Veterans, their family members, survivors and caregivers that we are doing everything we can to lessen their burden and worry.

    Effective today, VA will extend the existing moratorium on evictions and foreclosures until March 31, 2021. VA borrowers
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    02-01-2021, 01:25 AM
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    U.S. Department of the Treasury FACT SHEET - - - Treasury to Work to Ensure Families Get Access to Economic Impact Payments
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of the Treasury FACT SHEET - - - Treasury to Work to Ensure Families Get Access to Economic Impact Payments | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: January 22, 2021) In response to President Biden’s COVID-19 Economic Relief Executive Order launching an all-of-government effort to provide economic relief, the U.S. Department of the Treasury will work to stand up an effort to help households who have not yet been able to access their stimulus payments get much-needed relief. As many as 8 million households may be eligible for but have not yet received payments from the CARES Act signed in March; many of these households could be legally entitled to as much as $1,200 per adult. As the Treasury Department works to secure a full $2,000 in direct payments for adults as part of the American Rescue Plan, it will take steps designed to reach as many of these missed households as possible – providi...
    01-22-2021, 08:48 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    SBA Announces Recipients of Tibbetts Awards for Demonstrating Significant Economic and Social Impact from R&D Funding
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Small Business Administration Announces Recipients of Tibbetts Awards for Demonstrating Significant Economic and Social Impact from R&D Funding | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Small Business Administration [SBA] press release dated: January 14, 2021)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced 38 companies, seven organizations and 14 individuals as the winners of the prestigious Tibbetts Award for their accomplishments in creating cutting-edge technologies. The Tibbetts Awards, named after Roland Tibbetts, the founder of the SBIR Program, honors these awardees for the exceptional successes they achieved through SBA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. “For nearly four decades, the SBIR and STTR programs have been assisting small businesses with launching ideas from conception to market. The Tibbetts Awards highlight our nation’s ...
    01-15-2021, 03:28 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of the Treasury is Delivering Millions of Economic Impact Payments by Prepaid Debit Card
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of the Treasury is Delivering Millions of Economic Impact Payments by Prepaid Debit Card | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: January 7, 2021)

    Washington - - This week, Treasury and the IRS started to send approximately 8 million Economic Impact Payments (EIPs) by prepaid debit card. The distribution of EIP Cards follows the millions of payments already made by direct deposit and the ongoing mailing of paper checks and are part of Treasury’s and is IRS’s plan to deliver Economic Impact Payments as rapidly as possible. EIP Cards are safe, convenient, and secure. Cardholders can make purchases online or in-stores anywhere Visa® Debit Cards are accepted, get cash from domestic in-network ATMs, transfer funds to a personal bank account, and obtain a replacement EIP Card if needed without incurring any fees. They can also check their card balance online, through a mobile ap...
    01-07-2021, 05:23 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Economic Impact Payments on their way, Visit IRS.gov instead of Calling
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Economic Impact Payments on their way, Visit IRS.gov instead of Calling | site |




    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: January 4, 2021)

    Washington - - The Internal Revenue Service today urged people to visit IRS.gov for the most current information on the second round of Economic Impact Payments rather than calling the agency or their financial institutions or tax software providers. IRS phone assistors do not have additional information beyond what’s available on IRS.gov. The IRS and the Treasury Department began issuing a second round of Economic Impact Payments, often referred to as stimulus payments, last week. The direct deposit payments may take several days to post to individual accounts. Some Americans may have seen the direct deposit payments as pending or as provisional payments in their accounts before the scheduled payment date of January 4, 2021, which is the offi...
    01-04-2021, 08:48 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    SBA Extends COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Application Deadline through December 2021
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Small Business Administration Extends COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Application Deadline through December 2021 | site |


    (Information contained in U.S. Small Business Administration press release: December 30, 2020)

    Washington - - Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that the deadline to apply for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program for the COVID-19 Pandemic disaster declaration is extended to December 31, 2021. The deadline extension comes as a result of the recent bipartisan COVID-19 relief bill passed by Congress and enacted by the President on December 27, 2020. To date, SBA has approved $197 billion in low-interest loans which provide U.S. small businesses, non-profits and agricultural businesses working capital funds to help America’s small businesses make it through this challenging time. “Following the President’s declaration of the COVID-19 Pandemic, SBA has approved over 3.6 million loans ...
    12-30-2020, 04:29 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of the Treasury says Treasury and IRS Begin Delivering the Second Round of Economic Impact Payments to Millions of Americans
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of the Treasury says Treasury and IRS Begin Delivering the Second Round of Economic Impact Payments to Millions of Americans | site |




    (Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: December 29, 2020)



    "Treasury and IRS Begin Delivering the Second Round of Economic Impact Payments to Millions of Americans"



    Washington - - Today, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service will begin delivering a second round of Economic Impact Payments to millions of Americans as part of the implementation of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021. The initial direct deposit payments may begin arriving as early as tonight for some and will continue into next week. Paper checks will begin to be mailed tomorrow, Wednesday, December 30. This second round of payments will provide critical economic support to those who, through...
    12-29-2020, 08:21 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Treasury and IRS begin delivering Second Round of Economic Impact Payments to Millions of Americans
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Treasury and IRS begin delivering Second Round of Economic Impact Payments to Millions of Americans | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release dated: December 29, 2020)

    "Treasury and IRS begin delivering second round of Economic Impact Payments to millions of Americans"


    Washington - - Today, the Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department will begin delivering a second round of Economic Impact Payments as part of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 to millions of Americans who received the first round of payments earlier this year. The initial direct deposit payments may begin arriving as early as tonight for some and will continue into next week. Paper checks will begin to be mailed tomorrow, Wednesday, December 30. The IRS emphasizes that there is no action required by eligible individuals to receive this second ...
    12-29-2020, 07:48 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the December 15-16 FOMC Meeting
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the December 15-16 FOMC Meeting| site |



    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release: December 16, 2020)

    The attached tables and charts released on Wednesday summarize the economic projections made by Federal Open Market Committee participants in conjunction with the December 15-16 meeting.

    Projections (PDF) | Accessible Materials
    ...
    12-17-2020, 07:52 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve releases Illustrative Examples of New Charts that will be Included in the Federal Open Market Committee’s Quarterly Summary of Economic Projections
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve releases Illustrative Examples of New Charts that will be Included in the Federal Open Market Committee’s Quarterly Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) | site |


    (Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release: December 11, 2020)

    The Federal Reserve on Friday released illustrative examples of new charts that will be included in the Federal Open Market Committee's quarterly Summary of Economic Projections (SEP). The new charts show FOMC participants' judgments of uncertainty and risks related to their projections of the change in real gross domestic product, the unemployment rate, personal consumption expenditures (PCE) inflation, and core PCE inflation. The first new illustrative chart shows the proportion of participants who indicated that the uncertainty surrounding their projections for each variable was higher or lower relative to the average level of uncertainty over the past 20...
    12-14-2020, 12:44 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Register by Nov. 21 to get an Economic Impact Payment - - same Deadline for Federal Beneficiaries to get missed 500 Dollars per Child Payments
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Register by Nov. 21 to get an Economic Impact Payment; same Deadline for Federal Beneficiaries to get missed $500 per Child Payments | site |



    (Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release: November 19, 2020)

    WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded people who don't normally file tax returns that they have until November 21 at 3 p.m. Eastern time to register for an Economic Impact Payment. They also may be eligible to get to a $1,200 payment for their spouse and $500 for each qualifying child.

    The extended November 21 deadline also gives more time to federal beneficiaries who already received an EIP but didn't register to receive supplemental $500 payments for qualifying children. Those eligible to provide this information include people with qualifying children who receive Social Security retirement, survivor or disability benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Railroad
    ...
    11-21-2020, 04:01 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says Nov. 21 deadline nears to Register online for Economic Impact Payment
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Internal Revenue Service says Nov. 21 deadline nears to Register online for Economic Impact Payment | site |


    IRS says some people can claim special credit next tax filing season


    (November 17, 2020) - - On November 17, 2020 the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information:

    WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded anyone who doesn't normally file a tax return that they have until 3 p.m. EST this Saturday, November 21, to register with the IRS for an Economic Impact Payment (EIP).

    The only way remaining to get a payment in 2020 is to register using the Non-Filers: Enter Info Here tool on IRS.gov before the Saturday deadline. The only people who should register are those who don't typically file a tax return, are not required to do so and have not yet registered, or for certain benefit recipients who got an EIP for themselves but need to provide information about a non-benef
    ...
    11-19-2020, 06:56 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission says Mike Willis Named Associate Director in Division of Economic and Risk Analysis
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission says Mike Willis Named Associate Director in Division of Economic and Risk Analysis | site |


    Washington D.C., Nov. 12, 2020 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it has named Mike Willis as an Associate Director in the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA). Mr. Willis will lead DERA’s newly created Office of Data Science and Innovation, which provides the Commission and its staff with expertise on data analytics, risk assessment, and structured disclosure. He will oversee the development of data analytics tools to enhance program data quality and information. Mr. Willis will coordinate with other offices and divisions to address structured machine-readable open data in rulemaking, analytics, dissemination and other areas. He will also oversee data ingestion and work with the SEC’s Chief Data Officer and others within the agency to develop a unified vision of data ingestion, analysis, visualization...
    11-12-2020, 02:22 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS reminder to Non-filers - - - Nov. 10 is National EIP Registration Day
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS reminder to Non-filers: Nov. 10 is ‘National EIP Registration Day;’ Community Partners can help People sign up for Economic Impact Payment | site |



    (November 9, 2020) - - On November 9, 2020 the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information: WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today urged anyone who doesn’t normally file a tax return and has not yet received an Economic Impact Payment (EIP) to take advantage of “National EIP Registration Day,” on Tuesday, Nov. 10. National EIP Registration Day is part of the agency’s further concerted push with partners across the country to make sure every eligible American has registered before the Nov. 21 deadline to receive their Economic Impact Payment this year. National EIP Registration Day will take place just a few days ahead of the Nov. 21 deadline for registering online to receive an Economic Impact Payment. This special event will feature support from IRS partner groups...
    11-10-2020, 10:33 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says many College Students may still Qualify for an Economic Impact Payment
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says many College Students may still Qualify for an Economic Impact Payment; Review the Guidelines and Register by Nov. 21 at IRS.gov| site |


    (November 5, 2020) - - Today, November 5, 2020, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service published the following information:

    WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) today urged any eligible self-supporting college student who doesn't need to file a tax return to register by November 21 so they can receive an Economic Impact Payment before the end of the year.

    In advance of the National EIP Registration Day on November 10 and highlighted in "A Closer Look," the IRS is reminding people who don't normally file a tax return they may be able to register for an Economic Impact Payment with a quick visit to the Non-Filers tool on IRS.gov. In particular, the IRS wants to remind self-supporting students with little or no income that they may be eligible for payments of $1,200 or more. "The IRS is work
    ...
    11-05-2020, 10:12 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS sets Nov. 10 as National EIP Registration Day
    by Staff Reporter 1
    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...
    10-23-2020, 08:38 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS extends Economic Impact Payment Deadline to Nov. 21 to help Non-filers
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS extends Economic Impact Payment Deadline to Nov. 21 to help Non-filers | site |




    (October 5, 2020) - - Today, October 5, 2020, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information:

    WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today that the deadline to register for an Economic Impact Payment (EIP) is now November 21, 2020. This new date will provide an additional five weeks beyond the original deadline.

    The IRS urges people who don't typically file a tax return – and haven't received an Economic Impact Payment – to register as quickly as possible using the Non-Filers: Enter Info Here tool on IRS.gov. The tool will not be available after November 21. "We took this step to provide more time for those who have not yet received a payment to register to get their money, including those in low-income and underserved communities," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "The IRS is deeply involved in processi
    ...
    10-08-2020, 12:10 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    SEC Staff Releases Report on U.S. Credit Market Interconnectedness and the Effects of the COVID-19 Economic Shock
    by Staff Reporter 1
    SEC Staff Releases Report on U.S. Credit Market Interconnectedness and the Effects of the COVID-19 Economic Shock | site |



    Announces October 14 Staff Roundtable to Discuss Issues Raised in Report



    (October 5, 2020) - - Today, October 5, 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published the following information:

    Washington D.C., Oct. 5, 2020 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today published a staff report titled U.S. Credit Markets: Interconnectedness and the Effects of the COVID-19 Economic Shock, which focuses on the origination, distribution and secondary market flow of credit across U.S. credit markets. The staff report also addresses how the related interconnections in our credit markets operated as the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic took hold. In addition, staff will host a Roundtable on Interconnectedness and Risk in U.S. Credit Markets to discuss the issues raised in the report on the afternoon...
    10-06-2020, 06:20 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    AFL-CIO says Labor and Faith Forge Partnership for Social, Racial and Economic Justice
    by Staff Reporter 1
    AFL-CIO says Labor and Faith Forge Partnership for Social, Racial and Economic Justice| site |


    (September 15, 2020) - - The AFL-CIO published today, September 15, 2020, the following information:

    Today, the Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival and the AFL-CIO marked the 57th anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama, where four girls were killed, with a virtual candlelight vigil and commitment to a 10-point pledge for social, racial and economic justice. At this moment in history, labor and faith are coming together, standing together and acting to stop the injustices that plague the nation—institutional racism and racist violence, the immoral response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the deepening economic crisis driven by division and greed. “We’re here together—the Poor People’s Campaign and America’s AFL-CIO, America’s unions—because we have to be. We must be,” the Rev. Dr. Wil
    ...
    09-21-2020, 04:19 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS releases State-by-State breakdown of nearly 9 Million Non-filers getting Economic Impact Payments Letters
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS releases State-by-State breakdown of nearly 9 Million Non-filers who will be Mailed Letters about Economic Impact Payments | site |



    (September 17, 2020) - - Today, September 17, 2020, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information:

    WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today released a state-by-state breakdown of the roughly nine million people receiving a special mailing this month encouraging them to see if they're eligible to claim an Economic Impact Payment.

    The IRS will mail the letters to people who typically aren't required to file federal income tax returns but may qualify for an Economic Impact Payment. The letter urges recipients to visit the special Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here tool on IRS.gov before the October 15 deadline to register for an Economic Impact Payment. "The IRS continues to work hard to reach people eligible for these payments," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Retti
    ...
    09-21-2020, 01:24 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board issues Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board issues Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households | site |



    (September 18, 2020) - - Today, September 18, 2020, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Board published the following information:

    Data collected to supplement the Federal Reserve Board's seventh annual Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking showed that U.S. families were faring better financially in July than in April, but many still faced uncertainty regarding layoffs and prospects for returning to work.

    Recognizing the unprecedented financial disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Reserve conducted a pair of supplemental surveys to monitor changes in the financial well-being of Americans. The first of these surveys was conducted in April, at the onset of the pandemic and before most financial relief efforts were in place. The April results were described in the Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households
    ...
    09-21-2020, 07:58 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS takes New Steps to Ensure People with Children Receive $500 Economic Impact Payments
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS takes New Steps to Ensure People with Children Receive $500 Economic Impact Payments | site |



    (August 14, 2020) - - Today, August 14, 2020, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information:

    WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service continues to look for ways to help people who were unable to provide their information in time to receive Economic Impact Payments for their children. As part of that effort, the Internal Revenue Service announced today it will reopen the registration period for federal beneficiaries who didn't receive $500 per child payments earlier this year.

    The IRS urges certain federal benefit recipients to use the IRS.gov Non-Filers tool starting August 15 through September 30 to enter information on their qualifying children to receive the supplemental $500 payments.

    Those eligible to provide this information include people with qualifying children who receive Social Security
    ...
    08-31-2020, 07:00 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says 159 million Economic Impact Payments Processed
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS says 159 million Economic Impact Payments Processed| site |



    IRS says Low-income people and others who aren’t required to file tax returns can quickly register for payment with IRS Non-Filers tool


    (June 3, 2020) - - Today (June 3, 2020), the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information:

    WASHINGTON — With 159 million Economic Impact Payments processed, the Internal Revenue Service reminds many low-income Americans who don't usually file tax returns to register for a payment by October 15.

    Millions of low-income people and others who aren't required to file a tax return may be eligible for an Economic Impact Payment and can easily register for a payment by using the free Non-Filers tool, available only on IRS.gov. "IRS employees worked around the clock to deliver the Economic Impact Payments and new tools to help taxpayers in record time," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "Even with
    ...
    06-04-2020, 11:55 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Treasury, IRS release Latest State-by-State Economic Impact Payment Figures for May 22, 2020
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Treasury, IRS release Latest State-by-State Economic Impact Payment Figures for May 22, 2020 | site |



    (May 22, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the following information: WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today released updated state-by-state figures for Economic Impact Payments reflecting the opening weeks of the program. "Economic Impact Payments have continued going out at a rapid rate to Americans across the country," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "We remind people to visit IRS.gov for the latest information, including answers to the most common questions we see surrounding the payments. We also continue to urge those who don't normally have a filing requirement, including those with little or no income, that they can quickly register for the payments on IRS.gov." Millions of people who do not typically file a tax return are eligible to receive these payments. Payments are automa...
    05-23-2020, 01:11 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    IRS adds Phone Operators to answer Economic Impact Payment Questions
    by Staff Reporter 1
    IRS adds Phone Operators to answer Economic Impact Payment Questions | site |





    (May 18, 2020) - - The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published (today) the following information: WASHINGTON — Today, the Internal Revenue Service is starting to add 3,500 telephone representatives to answer some of the most common questions about Economic Impact Payments. IRS telephone assistance and other services will remain limited, and answers for most of the common questions related to Economic Impact Payments are available on IRS.gov. The IRS anticipates bringing back additional assistors as state and local advisories permit. Answers for most Economic Impact Payment questions are available on the automated message for people who call the phone number provided in the letter (Notice 1444). Those who need additional assistance at the conclusion of the message will have the option of talking to a telephone representative.
    ...
    05-22-2020, 02:28 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the December 10-11 FOMC Meeting
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release Economic Projections from the December 10-11 FOMC Meeting | site |




    (December 11, 2019) - - Today, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System published the following information:

    The attached table and charts released on Wednesday summarize the economic projections and the target federal funds rate projections made by Federal Open Market Committee participants for the December 10-11 meeting.

    The table will be incorporated into a summary of economic projections released with the minutes of the December 10-11 meeting. Summaries of economic projections are released quarterly.


    Projections | Accessible Materials




    ...
    12-13-2019, 05:33 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Government Fully Re-Imposes Sanctions on the Iranian Regime As Part of Unprecedented U.S. Economic Pressure Campaign
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Government Fully Re-Imposes Sanctions on the Iranian Regime As Part of Unprecedented U.S. Economic Pressure Campaign


    Washington, DC - - (November 5, 2018) - - Today, in its largest ever single-day action targeting the Iranian regime, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned more than 700 individuals, entities, aircraft, and vessels. This action is a critical part of the re-imposition of the remaining U.S. nuclear-related sanctions that were lifted or waived in connection with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). OFAC’s action is designed to disrupt the Iranian regime’s ability to fund its broad range of malign activities, and places unprecedented financial pressure on the Iranian regime to negotiate a comprehensive deal that will permanently prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, cease Iran’s development of ballistic missiles,...
    11-09-2018, 06:57 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U. S. Department of Agriculture Announces Receipt of 136 Expressions of Interest in Hosting Economic Research Service and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U. S. Department of Agriculture Announces Receipt of 136 Expressions of Interest in Hosting Economic Research Service and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture




    (Washington, D.C. - - (October 22, 2018) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has received 136 expressions of interest from parties in 35 states interested in becoming the new homes of the Economic Research Service (ERS) and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). In August, Perdue announced that most ERS and NIFA personnel would be moving to outside the National Capital Region by the end of 2019 and invited interested parties to submit proposals, with a deadline which had been extended to October 15, 2018. USDA intends to select the new location or locations by January 2019 and will retain a consultant with expertise in relocations. �...
    10-23-2018, 05:52 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of Labor Announces Funding Availability for Trade and Economic Transition National Dislocated Worker Grants
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Department of Labor Announces Funding Availability for Trade and Economic Transition National Dislocated Worker Grants




    Washington, DC - - (August 8, 2018) - - The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA) today announced the availability of up to $100 million for Trade and Economic Transition National Dislocated Worker Grants to provide training and career services to dislocated workers affected by major economic dislocations.

    Supported by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Trade and Economic Transition grants provide funding to states, outlying areas, eligible tribal governments and other entities to address one or more of the following events:
    • the economic and workforce impacts associated with job loss or employer/industrial reorganization due to trade or automation;
    • the loss, significant decline, or major structural change/reorganization
    ...
    08-14-2018, 07:09 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available in North Carolina Following Secretary of Agriculture Drought Disaster Declaration for April Freeze
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available in North Carolina Following Secretary of Agriculture Drought Disaster Declaration for April Freeze




    July 24, 2018


    Atlanta, GA - - (July 23, 2018) - - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in Cherokee and Clay counties in
    North Carolina as a result of the freeze on April 17, 2018.

    “These counties are eligible because they are contiguous to one or more primary counties in Georgia. The Small Business Administration recognizes that disasters do not usually stop at county or state lines. For that reason, counties adjacent to primary counties named in the declaration are
    ...
    07-24-2018, 05:52 PM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Small Business Administration Hails Signing of the Economic Growth - - Regulatory Relief - - and Consumer Protection Act as a Major Boost for Small Businesses and Job Creation
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Small Business Administration Hails Signing of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act as a Major Boost for Small Businesses and Job Creation



    U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) leader joins President at White House signing ceremony



    Washington, DC - - (May 24, 2018) - - Linda McMahon, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, voiced enthusiastic support for the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act signed into law by President Trump Thursday morning. McMahon attended the bill signing at the White House, surrounded by fellow Cabinet members and a bipartisan group of lawmakers who supported the legislation. “I applaud President Trump for delivering on his promises to make regulatory reform and tax cuts key pillars of his pro-growth agenda,” McMahon said. “As I meet with small business own
    ...
    05-30-2018, 11:00 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    Statement by U.S. Treasury Secretary Mnuchin on Passage of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act
    by Staff Reporter 1
    Statement by U.S. Treasury Secretary Mnuchin on Passage of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act


    Sec'y Mnuchin



    Washington, DC - - (May 22, 2018) - - Today, after the U.S. House of Representatives passed S.2155, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin issued the following statement: "The House of Representatives acted on a bipartisan basis today to provide relief for America’s small, midsize, community, and regional banks, while maintaining important protections for consumers and taxpayers. I would like to thank Chairmen Crapo and Hensarling for leading this legislative effort to pass critical regulatory reform for the financial sector. This legislation will lead to increased investment in communities across the United States and foster greater economic growth for our country. The reforms in this bill align with key recommen...
    05-23-2018, 10:31 AM
  • Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Census Bureau Begins Conducting Economic Census
    by Staff Reporter 1
    U.S. Census Bureau Begins Conducting Economic Census




    (May 1, 2018) - - The 2017 Economic Census is officially underway today as the U.S. Census Bureau began notifying businesses nationwide by mail with instructions on how to complete the survey online. Conducted once every five years, this is the first time the Census Bureau will conduct the survey almost entirely online. Only small businesses in U.S. territories will receive a paper form. The economic census collects data for approximately 3.7 million business locations. U.S. businesses nationwide, including those in U.S. territories, are asked to report their 2017 year-end numbers for each business location, including sales or revenue, employment, payroll, and industry-specific information. Classification initial mailings went out Feb. 1 to selected single-location businesses requesting industry classification information. The economic ...
    05-04-2018, 07:12 AM
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    U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available in North Carolina Following Secretary of Agriculture Disaster Declaration for Drought
    by OverSeer
    U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available in North Carolina Following Secretary of Agriculture Disaster Declaration for Drought


    Counties: Buncombe, Burke, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, Mecklenburg, Rutherford, Transylvania, Swain and Yancey






    Atlanta, GA - - (March 3, 2017) - - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in North Carolina as a result of the drought that began on Nov. 1, 2016.

    The SBA’s disaster declaration includes the following counties: Buncombe, Burke, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, Me
    ...
    03-10-2017, 11:30 AM

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