Legislature aims to assist small businesses

For the first time since 2004, the Wyoming Legislature met in special session on Friday with the goal of figuring out how to spend the $1.25 billion received through the CARES Act. Businesses impacted by the pandemic will have access to a suite of stipend programs to replenish lost income and cover COVID-19 related costs – and will also be protected from lawsuits related to the pandemic.

Three bills were passed during the special two-day session that began on Friday, all of which were designed to address issues associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business Stipends

Through the first accordin...