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America’s struggling small businesses will get a second check in 2021 after a chaotic first round of loans

The stimulus bill that President Donald Trump signed on Sunday includes $284 billion in new aid for small businesses, and key stakeholders hope the rollout of a “second draw” will be less chaotic than an initial round of loans granted under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) this spring. Last time around, the PPP was a plane still being built even after it took off. Businesses began applying for the forgivable loans on April 3 — just days after the initial stimulus bill was signed… Source link

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Struggling Steelers take on Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers had their doubters during their 11-0 start. They’re good of course, but are they in the same class as the Kansas City Chiefs? Are they legitimate Super Bowl contenders? Two consecutive losses, including a Week 13 stunner against the Washington Football Team, have vindicated those doubts. The Steelers certainly looked a rung below the fellow AFC-contending Buffalo Bills on Sunday. With the playoffs approaching, it’s a tough time for Pittsburgh to hit a lull. But the… Source link

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