The legislature enacted today a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures. We should not put tenants or homeowners out on the street while we are trying to enforce social distancing.
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Eviction/Foreclosure Moratorium
Conferees representing the House and Senate have agreed on the terms of an eviction and foreclosure moratorium.
COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Claims Update
The Federal CARES Act extended the length of benefits, increased benefit amounts, and expanded access to unemployment benefits for self-employed, contractors, gig workers, and those receiving 1099s. The Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has been working to implement these expansions.
COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments
Details about direct payments many taxpayers will receive from the federal CARES
Overview of new business aid under the federal CARES Act
Enacted on March 27, the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act establishes three new relief resources for small business owners, administered by the US Small Business Administration (SBA).
Hynes Convention Center Sale and Redevelopment
The MCCA plans to sell the Hynes Convention Center to finance the expansion of the BCEC.