COVID-19: Managing the Coronavirus

The Business Council of New York State, Inc. is the primary advocacy group for business in New York.

Managing the Coronavirus

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it is important that employers and employees understand the impacts of the virus and its effects on individuals, day to day business, and the economy.

Updated daily, our Managing Coronavirus webpage includes recorded webinars, links to relevant documents and resources, and information on State and Federal relief programs.

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May

2020

Testimony: Federal Response to the Economic Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Small Business in New York State

Testimony to Senate Committees on Economic Development, Finance, Agriculture, Banks and Insurance Committees Assembly Committees on Small Business, Ways and Means, Agriculture, Banks and Insurance Federal Response to the Economic Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Small Business in New York State Presented by Heather C

12

May

2020

Press Release: Proposed Legislative Changes to Workers’ Compensation Laws May Cost New York Billions in Federal Aid

Proposed Legislative Changes to Workers’ Compensation Laws May Cost New York Billions in Federal Aid 46 Groups Join The Business Council in Opposition of Altering State Law Albany, NY – The Business Council of New York State Inc. has renewed its opposition to proposed legislation that amends New York State’s Workers’ Compensation Laws to create an occupational disease presumption for nearly all employees who have contracted COVID-19

16

Apr

2020

Statement from Heather Briccetti on Siena Poll of CEOs in Response to COVID-19

“The results of this poll showed what many expected; businesses are hurting, especially smaller businesses and those in sectors whose operations have been most impacted by the reasonable state-imposed restrictions. Perhaps the most encouraging result showed employers expect their own companies and their industry sectors to recovery by early 2021,” said Heather Briccetti, President & CEO of The Business Council of New York State

16

Apr

2020

Statement Regarding Paycheck Protection Program Funding

“New York State businesses, particularly small businesses, need every lifeline they can get right now and to have the federal government relief dry up so soon is not encouraging. We hope Congress acts with urgency to provide critical additional resources necessary to ensure businesses stay afloat during this crisis

08

Apr

2020

Statement on the Passing of Richard Brodsky

“Assemblyman Brodsky was a thoughtful and engaging public servant who served with intelligence and passion. Even in disagreement, Richard Brodsky was always eloquent and respectful when debating issues of concern. This is a sad day not just for his family but the State of New York.” -Heather Briccetti President & CEO The Business Council of New York State Inc