hope you and your loved ones have had a chance to enjoy the nice warm weather and are excited for the days ahead. As we monitor the ever-evolving stream of information related to the pandemic, I am encouraged by Connecticut's declining numbers as well as the overall cooperation from residents.
| We continue to work on your behalf and would like to reiterate that my office is always open and available to help you.
Below is short recap of some of this week’s highlights:
- Happy 4th of July!
- Housing Relief Package
- Billions in PPP Loans
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While some of the 4th of July celebrations and fireworks displays will be affected because of the pandemic, I want to wish you and your family a Happy and Safe Independence Day!
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Housing Relief Package
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More than $33 million in state and federal resources is now available as emergency assistance to renters, homeowners, and residential landlords impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency. These funds will help provide a safety net for families and businesses struggling to make ends meet.
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Billions in PPP Loans
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As of June 20, a total of 58,257 Connecticut businesses had claimed $6.63 billion in loans through the Paycheck Protection Program, far outpacing most other states. Thanks to effective outreach by the state Department of Economic and Community Development, many of these loans were to unincorporated businesses owned by a single person.
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