Tag Archives: covid response

COVID-19: GBC Coverage and Response

Posted on June 10, 2020
We've compiled a number of resources -- including updates on COVID-19-related legislation and highlighted philanthropic giving by several GBC Member companies -- here to keep you up-to-date on all of the GBC's efforts.
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The Daily Record: Md. university leaders say twin crises are taking a toll on campuses

Posted on June 9, 2020
At a panel discussion sponsored by the Greater Baltimore Committee on June 8, college leaders said they are promoting more mental health options and providing forums for participating in the national conversations about racism.
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Maryland Matters: More Md. universities tentatively planning to reopen their campuses in the fall

Posted on June 9, 2020
Newsmaker Higher Education panelists
During an online forum June 8 sponsored by the Greater Baltimore Committee, leaders of many higher education institutions in the Baltimore area said they are pursuing a hybrid system, which combines in-person instruction with remote learning.
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Coalition for a Second Chance: How to help with issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on June 3, 2020
Resource Guide
There are immediate ways that you can contribute to these organizations who are continuing to work to fulfill their mission and assist individuals who are returning to society from incarceration to obtain jobs, education and job training.
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‘Use an abundance of caution,’ Dr. Leana Wen urges business leaders during GBC webinar on COVID-19

Posted on May 20, 2020
Dr. Leana Wen
Dr. Wen discussed considerations related to the relaxing of restrictions and returning to work and what businesses should be doing to prepare for returning to work.
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The Daily Record: Wen warns Baltimore business leaders COVID lockdown lifting too soon

Posted on May 20, 2020
Dr. Leana Wen
Former Baltimore Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen said she believes orders to reopen businesses throughout the nation are coming too soon and could negate gains made in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S.
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FOX45: Proposed bill would give hazard pay to essential workers in Baltimore City

Posted on May 20, 2020
There's a plan for a new law in Baltimore City that would mandate hazard pay for some of the people working during the pandemic.
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COVID-19 Resources and Helpful Websites

Posted on May 19, 2020
COVID-19
Here are some business-related resources as well as official informational websites to help keep the Greater Baltimore business community healthy and safe during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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M&T Bank customers secure nearly $7 Billion in Paycheck Protection Program funding to-date

Posted on May 15, 2020
M&T Bank Corporation (M&T) announced May 13, that to-date 32,273 of its customers have received approval for a total of nearly $7.0 billion in funding through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
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A Discussion on the Federal Response to COVID-19 with Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen

Posted on April 22, 2020
Cardin Van Hollen introduction
On April 21, 2020, the Greater Baltimore Committee hosted a discussion with Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen on the federal legislative response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the impacts on business.
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