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Happy Independence Day
This Independence Day, the U.S. Small Business Administration thanks our service members and veterans for their dedication to our Nations values and their patriotic sacrifices on the country's behalf. We also tip our hats to veteran small business owners, who make significant contributions to the U.S. economy and add immense value to their local communities.
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Join the SBA team: Employment opportunities to support SBA's COVID-19 pandemic response
The SBA is hiring temporary employees to assist with disaster relief efforts during theseunprecedented times. The positions include:
* Call Center Customer Service Representative
* Document Preparation/Legal Review/Loan Closings
* Loan Processing/Credit Analysis/Mortgage Underwriting
* Program Support
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WOSB Federal Contracting Program
Starting on July 15, 2020, the certification process for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) and Economically Disadvantaged WOSBs (EDWOSBs) will begin to change as SBA implements Congress changes to the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program (WOSB Federal Contracting Program), as put forth in the 2015 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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hubzone program, covid-19 fact sheet
While times may be challenging, the SBA is here to support you and your small business. In response to COVID-19, the HUBZone program is currently offering flexibilities in recertification requirements, sick leave status, and more to HUBZone businesses.
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Beware of Scams and Fraud Schemes
The Office of Inspector General recognizes that we are facing unprecedented times and is alerting the public about potential fraud schemes related to economic stimulus programs offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration in response to the Novel Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19). The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the largest financial assistance bill to date, includes provisions to help small businesses. Fraudsters have already begun targeting small business owners during these economically difficult times. *_Be on the lookout for grant fraud, loan fraud, and phishing_**.*
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Federal Coronavirus Resources
State, local, and federal agencies are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Check out *coronavirus.gov [ [link removed] ]* for updates from the White House'sCoronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force.Go to *cdc.gov [ [link removed] ] *for detailed information about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Virtual Mentoring and Training
Offices around the country may be closed to the Coronavirus pandemic, but SCORE, Small Business Development Centers,Womens Business Centers, and Veterans Business Outreach Centers and other resource partners are providing free business mentoring and training by phone, email, and video.
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