Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center
COVID-19 Support for Your: Finances | Employees | Operations
Latest Update as of March 5, 2021
- On Saturday, Feb. 27, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan, a $1.9 trillion stimulus package. Highlights include individual rebates, expanded unemployment insurance, extended paid sick and family leave and additional support for restaurants.
- A proposed increase of the national minimum wage to $15 is expected to be removed from the Senate bill.
- No portion of the plan is law until it is passed by the Senate and signed by the president.
- Scroll down for more COVID-19 tools and resources
COVID-19 Tools and Information
Whether you’re looking to apply for your first — or your second — PPP loan, or are looking for other relief options, we’re here to help.
Tax Credits
- Learn how the Employee Retention Tax Credit could help your business.
- Are you eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit? Listen to our podcast.
- What other tax benefits are available for businesses through the new stimulus bill? Our podcast has more details.
PPP Loan Guidance
- Applying for PPP loan forgiveness? Use our loan forgiveness estimator to help.
- Paychex Flex® users can login to enjoy a more robust PPP loan forgiveness estimator with updated guidance.
- Learn about PPP loan forgiveness changes. Register for a March 22 webinar.
Tools and Resources
- What’s happening in your state? Reopening orders and guidance.
- Our Customer Support site has FAQs, from payroll processing to retirement information.
- For updates in Spanish, visite el centro de ayuda del COVID-19.
Navigating Relief Options
As the pandemic continues, we know many businesses are looking for additional financial relief, but unsure where to start. Whether you’re looking to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, or are looking for other financial relief, this interactive tool can help you navigate the many relief options that may be available to you.
Use this tool to learn more about applying for the second round of PPP loans, how to apply for PPP loan forgiveness, whether you might be eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC), and more.
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COVID-19 Webinars, Podcasts and Articles
Watch
EEO-1 Reporting in Paychex Flex®
With the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine beginning, hope for an end to the pandemic is on the horizon. But we know that the road ahead won’t be an easy one. Thousands of U.S.
Listen
Andrew Zimmern Talks About the Challenges Facing the Restaurant Industry
One of the industries hit hardest by COVID-19, was the restaurant industry.
Read
Unemployment Fraud: Fraudulent Benefit Claims
With an uptick in individuals filing for unemployment benefits due to COVID-19, there has also been an increase in fake unemployment claims.
Resources for All Aspects of Your Business
Securing Your Finances
There are many options available to help keep your business well-funded and operating smoothly right now.
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Supporting Employees
Support, protect, and inform your staff about what’s ahead as you acclimate to a new normal.
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Business Operations
Getting back up and running requires thorough planning and understanding of how to move forward.
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HR Support (ASO/PEO Solutions)
Check Your State's Reopening Orders and Regulations
Find information on your state's stay-at-home-orders, reopening guidelines, and more.
Employee COVID-19 Screening
Through our vendor HireRight, Paychex is offering viral marker (antigen) COVID-19 testing to customers through our Employee Screening Service.
Helpful Information for Paychex Clients
Our goal is to help keep you in business during this difficult time. Here's what we're doing to support you.
We Have Solutions That Can Support You During COVID-19, and Beyond
Additional Coronavirus Information
A variety of government agencies have created dedicated web pages to offer guidance on issues related to the outbreak.