On the call with the Governor’s office this morning, the following was reported:
Advisory Council members are expected to be announced on Tuesday. They are making sure that all facets of the economy and critical functions are addressed.
NJEDA reported that all 2 million PPP loans will be audited by U.S. Treasury.
NJEDA is likely approving its first loan today from their $10M program. Grants from their $5M Grant program will be paid out by the middle of next week.
The general consensus on the call is that the recent changes to the federal Main Street Loan Program changes are positive and will be much more inclusive.
NJDLWD has started payments on claims for independent contractors and the self-employed population. There have been more than 1 million applicants and claims. More than 630K have begun to receive payments.