April 12, 2020
Information on Nebraska State Financial Assistance Programs and Resources Due to COVID-19
To: All Residents
To help our Residents through these unprecedented times arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, Havenpark Communities has compiled a list of Nebraska state financial programs and resources that may be available to you.
Please note that the programs and resources mentioned in this document are meant to provide
general guidance and should not be perceived as containing any legal advice or recommendations.
For specific advice relating to your situation, please contact the program administrator.
- NEBRASKA STATE RESOURCES FOR INDIVIDUALS
- Expanded Nebraska Unemployment Benefits
If you are currently unemployed (due to layoffs, furloughs, or reduction in workforce) due to
COVID-19, you may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits.
- Summary of program: Nebraska has implemented an extended unemployment benefits
program with a streamlined application process for qualifying individuals affected by COVID19. These benefits are in addition to the federal unemployment benefits discussed below. - Who is Eligible: Individuals out of work due to any COVID-19 related reasons (including, but
not limited to, caring for a sick family member, childcare/school closures, employer
shutdowns, temporary or permanent job loss, self-quarantine, or being ill with COVID-19). - To submit an application, go to: https://NEworks.nebraska.gov
- For questions, visit these websites: https://www.DHHS COVID-19. , https://www.dhhs.ne.gov/documents/covid-19, https://NEworks.nebraska.gov
- Nebraska Tax Payments
Nebraska has extended the filing deadline for individuals from April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020.
*In addition, please check with your county for additional county-run financial assistance programs.
- NEBRASKA RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES
- Nebraska Business Tax Payments
Nebraska has extended the filing deadline for businesses and estimated tax payments from April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020.
- SBA Disaster Assistance Loan for Small Businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), administrated through the states, is offering Economic Injury Disaster Loans to help small businesses overcome the temporary loss of revenue caused by COVID-19. The loans are offered at low interest rates.
- You can file an application here: https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/ne/omaha
- For information related to other assistance available, visit: https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/sba-newsroom/press-releases
Please note that the programs and resources mentioned in this document are meant to provide general guidance and should not be perceived as containing any legal advice or recommendations. For specific advice relatingto your situation, please contact the program administrator.