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NEW UPDATES!

Governor Announces Phase 3 of Open Texas Program

Governor Announces Phase 2 of Open Texas Program

List of ABC Members Currently Selling Personal Protective Equipment

UPDATE: Governor Issues Executive Order to Open Texas

NEW CISA Guidance 3.0 issued on April 17

White House Opening Up American Again-Document Download

New Improved OSHA Guidance!
Enforcement Guidance for Recording Cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

New CDC Guidelines
Interim Guidance for Implementing Safety Practices for Critical Infrastructure Workers Who May Have Had Exposure to a Person with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19

PPP Eligibility and FAQ .pdf
For additional SBA resources view: The U.S. Department of the Treasury Website

CARES Act Makes Changes for Health Plans (.pdf download)

Small Business Administration: Business Loan Program Temporary Changes; Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

Payroll Protection Program Loan Maximum Loan Calculation Form

Newly Released Required COVID-19 Jobsite Posting Poster
FREE download for your job site.

Governor Issues Executive Order on Essential Services

ABC Summary of the CARES Act

Forms for contractors that need to travel to Louisiana. (Links to the forms.)

Travel Authorization Letter (Free Template.pdf) or Word Doc. Link

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Website

The Centers for Disease Control has numerous resources about what the virus is and how ABC Greater Houston members can prepare for COVID-19, understand symptoms, and what to do if an employee is sick.

– Symptoms

– How to Protect Yourself

– What to Do If You Think You’re Sick

– Print Resources for Offices

ABC General Counsel Littler Mendelson’s Coronavirus Resources

Coronavirus may be transmittable in the workplace and is serious. Medical experts are still searching for a test to detect its presence. Learn the necessary employer action items and OSHA reported cases and how it can impact your business.

– Coronavirus Employer Action Items 

– OSHA Recording and Reporting Cases of COVID-19

– COVID-19 Response Legislation

U.S. Department of Labor Coronavirus Resources

The U.S. Department of Labor has resources to help ABC Greater Houston members prepare for the COVID-19 virus. Below are some resources to help members prepare the office for the virus and how to coordinate a plan with employees.

-COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions

– OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

– Wages, Hours, and Leave

Emergency Preparedness Recovery Resources

ABC has assembled Emergency Preparedness and Response Resources to help our chapters and members quickly access state and federal agency websites that have the latest information and guidance.

You’ve Been Suspended – Were You Ready?

Your legal rights and remedies will be largely determined by your contract and the laws applicable to it. But some basic principles will be applicable depending on the source of the suspension.

RESOURCES FOR EMPLOYERS

Governor Abbott Takes Executive Action To Contain Spread Of COVID-19 – Best Practices

COVID-19 Signage and Banners – 15% off (good through September 30, 2020!)

ABC Members get 15% off COVID signage and banners (good through September 30, 2020).
Contact Fastsigns Store # 147 or call Raj at 713-942-9420 for details.

The Houston Construction Industry: Recommended Practices in Response to COVID-19 [English Version]

The Houston Construction industry provides consistent employment annually for workers in the Houston area. Learn more about recommended practices for contractors and their companies.

La Industria de Construccion en Houston [Spanish Version]

Greater Houston Partnership Stay Home, Work Safe Webcast

President & CEO Bob Harvey hosted an information session on Harris County’s Stay Home, Work Safe Order now in effect.

COVID-19 Response Legislation

The House will vote on the COVID-19 aid package the chamber passed on Saturday, March 14. Learn about paid leave and scheduling for employees.

H.R.6201 Families First Coronavirus Response Act Information

This bill responds to the coronavirus outbreak by providing paid sick leave and free coronavirus testing, expanding food assistance and unemployment benefits, and requiring employers to provide additional protections for health care workers.

EEOC Information Regarding ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and COVID-19

Here’s an overview of what you should know about the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and COVID-19.

Updated FAQs for Employers on COVID-19

Fisher Philips has assembled a cross-disciplinary task force of attorneys across the country to address the many employment-related issues facing employers in the wake of the COVD-19 coronavirus.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Is the Coronavirus Event a Force Majeure or Changed Condition Event?

Moving Construction Projects Forward in the Face of the COVID-19

AmWINS-Going Remote Know the Cyber Risk

Brady, Chapman, Holland & Assoc.-Corona Virus

TX Mutual Coronavirus FAQ

Work form home guide

Workers Compensation Article

OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

Wages, Hours, and Leave

From Greater Houston Partnership – Economy at a Glance for March

ABC Houston – Take Action, Donate and Get Involved

https://youtu.be/sl5Ff3cOW08

His ABC Story: Brandon Mabile, Performance Contractors

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6qqOoYuKcs

Her ABC Story: Darlene East, Holes Incorporated

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfZPLA-25Fg&t=4s
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