As Texas governor lifts state mask mandate, here's how we are helping small businesses. The Irving Hispanic Chamber is now a certified distributor of the BinaxNow Rapid COVID-19 Test Kits in the community. If you are a small business in need, this testing program can protect the safety of your small business, employees, and customers. We are here to help ensure businesses are safely opening in the community. Test kits are available while supplies last - first come, first served basis.

To learn more about this program or to register your small business, contact the Irving Hispanic Chamber for next steps at (469) 212-8345.

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The fastest way to check a tax refund is the "Where's my Refund?" online IRS tool. www.irs.gov/refunds Business Industry COVID-19: Next meeting with Judge Jenkins will be on Wednesday, March 17 at 10:30 AM. To register, please click here Important House Bill - HB 4110 has been introduced in Austin to try and stem the catalytic converter theft problem the country is facing. Click here to read draft copy of HB 4110  COVID Vaccine - Everything you need to know! Learn more here The US Chamber Foundation's CCC launched the National Disaster Help Desk (1-888-MY-BIZ-HELP). Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Quick Guides help local businesses prepare for and recover from disasters. DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE Find Dallas County’s COVID-19 Risk Levels guide here  24/7 COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line: Call (833) 251-7544 or visit the North Texas Behavioral Health Authority  Stay up-to-date: with public health guidelines from CDC

Don't Miss Tomorrow's Power Hour: Tuesday, March 16!

Times may feel uncertain, and that’s why we still have work to do. Join the Irving Hispanic Chamber with Ramiro Cavazos and LeRoy Cavazos from the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for a special discussion on:   USHCC Federal Policy Update, Economic Relief, & Outlook for Small Businesses   Register now and learn how to unite your small business, even in times of crisis.    Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 16 Noon -1:00 p.m.eg

March 16 | 11:30am

The Legislative Summit is the premier advocacy event of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), offering guests an unparalleled opportunity to meet, engage and join forces with business leaders, corporate executives, legislative and policy experts, as well as elected and appointed government officials. There is no cost to attend this virtual event!

Register here!

Have you heard the news? Registration is now open for the IHCC Golf Classic! REGISTER AT @ https://bit.ly/IHCCGolf2021 Friday, May 21, 2021 Irving Golf Club 2000 E Shady Grove Rd. Irving, TX 75060

DINE-to-DONATE! Monday, March 15   15% of proceeds from all sales will benefit The Main Place, a local nonprofit, provides new clothing and personal items for homeless teens and individuals/families that are in need. Click here for more details

Visit Business Diversity & Development website for additional DFW Opportunities www.dfwairport.com/bdd Register here for March 17: Doing Business with DFW Airport

EMPOWER + EMBRACE + EXCEL Women Bruch Thursday, March 25 $15 Includes: Brunch + $10 Value Gift Bag Click here to learn more

LiftFund Dallas and San Antonio Women's Business Centers are excited to host the Women of Color: Shaping the Future Conference!  March 25, 2021 The cost is only $15!  For full agenda, speaker details and to register click here

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