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SHERRILL RELEASES SECOND SMALL BIZ SURVEY
Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) today launched a second survey for small businesses  in the 11th District to collect feedback on the challenges continuing to face the small business community due to COVID-19 and as they reopen.

“New Jersey has made significant strides in our work to flatten the curve and stem the spread of COVID-19 in our state, but our small businesses are still suffering under this pandemic,” said Representative Sherrill. “I fought hard for specific, important changes to the PPP and EIDL program after hearing directly from small businesses about their experiences and I know there is more work to be done. These surveys help me advocate for the critical needs of our New Jersey small business community during this crisis .”
NEWS & INFORMATION RELATED TO COVID-19
Update for NJ Businesses from the NJ Chamber of Commerce

  • State Supreme Court to consider whether new borrowing legislation is constitutional
  • A five-year shield from coronavirus lawsuits is being considered in DC
  • The next federal aid package is a work in progress

State Supreme Court to Consider Whether New Borrowing Legislation is Constitutional
The New Jersey Supreme Court will hear oral arguments  on Aug. 5 in the fight over the law that Gov. Murphy signed Thursday authorizing the state to borrow as much as $9.9 billion to get the state through the pandemic. The State Republican Committee and Republican lawmakers filed the suit, asserting that borrowing for the purpose of balancing the state budget violates the New Jersey Constitution. (NJ.com) 

A Five-Year Shield from Coronavirus Lawsuits is Proposed in DC
Senate Republicans are preparing to offer a  five-year shield from coronavirus lawsuits  as part of a forthcoming relief proposal. The proposal, which is currently being reviewed by the White House, would give federal courts jurisdiction over lawsuits related to personal injuries or medical liability tied to coronavirus infections. (The Hill) 

The Next Federal Aid Package is a Work in Progress
Top Republicans in Congress were expecting to meet today with President Donald Trump on  the next COVID-19 aid package  as the administration panned more virus testing money and interjected other priorities that could complicate quick passage. (NBC) 
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