The government is ending Federally funded unemployment as of September 6, 2021. There is still a challenge for some to find a job based on required skills and types of jobs available.
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The government is ending Federally funded unemployment as of September 6, 2021. There is still a challenge for some to find a job based on required skills and types of jobs available.
Last week, the SBA announced that the SVOG program will be closing to new applications at 11:59 pm PT on Friday, August 20, 2021. This program provides grants for live venue operators, promoters, arts organizations, and other businesses that were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
As the advance Child Tax Credit payments began arriving a few weeks ago, many parents were surprised to receive a different amount than expected, and many have had questions about the amounts they received. Parents with children who will turn 6 or 18 by the end of the year may be receiving less than expected: only children under the age of 6 are eligible for $300 payments, and only children between the ages of 6 and 17 are eligible for the maximum $250 per month payment.