Temporary tax relief to businesses that have suffered due to COVID-19. Business owners submit valuation information about their business equipment and how they have been affected by the pandemic, including how long a business was forced to close or reduce operating hours, how income has been affected, and the degree to which usage of business equipment has been impaired.

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program helps unemployed Californians who are business owners, self-employed, independent contractors, have limited work history, and others not usually eligible for regular state UI benefits

AB685 - Notification

California enacted legislation AB 685 to put infection prevention regulations in place related to COVID-19. This involves informing the Public Health Branch when 3 or more positive cases occur within a 14-day period. Additional information can be found via the resources in the link.

PPE Request Form

Businesses can request hand sanitizer or surgical masks from the County of Tulare Email the form to: TCMHOAC@tularehhsa.org

FREE HR Hotline

Additional Resource for Businesses and Sole Proprietors

COVID-19 Guide: Playbook for Reopening Your Business in the Age of COVID-19

For questions or to talk to the Business liaison call 559-624-7277 or email TCCovidBusiness@tularehhsa.org.

Pandemic Unemployemtn Assistance (PUA):

As part of the federal CARES Act, the new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program helps unemployed Californians who are business owners, self-employed, independent contractors, have limited work history, and others not usually eligible for regular state UI benefits who are out of business or services are significantly reduced as a direct result of the pandemic.

Financial Assistance:

Coronavirus Aid, Relief & Econimic Security Act (CARES Act):

Summary of Small Business Provisions in CARES Act including Paycheck Protection Program and Loan Forgiveness

HR Assistance:

Paid Leave:

Health Departments:

Other Resource for Businesses: