CARES Act
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) became public law in March 2020 and was issued in response to the National Emergency due to the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19). CARES Act funding provided economic stabilization to states across the United States and ensured critical services would be available during the pandemic.
CARES Act funds were disbursed and awarded to critical business infrastructure, supporting healthcare entities and facilities, frontline workers, nursing homes and long-term care facilities, small/local businesses, self-employed individuals, nonprofit and veteran organizations, etc.