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Feb 12, 2021 | Coronavirus Update
FS-ISAC Coronavirus Update, Feb. 12, 2021

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that schools can safely open as long as a range of precautions are in place, offering a comprehensive and science-based road map for a return to classrooms.

Feb 10, 2021 | Coronavirus Update
FS-ISAC Coronavirus Update, Feb. 9, 2021

In this latest update from FS-ISAC, experts warn the U.S. could be in the calm before the storm ahead of another possible surge in Covid-19 cases fueled by variants, and urge local and state leaders not to ditch their safety measures and restrictions.

Feb 10, 2021 | NewsWatch Today
Fed extends rule allowing PPP loans to directors

The Federal Reserve Board again extended its rule allowing certain bank directors and shareholders to apply to their banks for Paycheck Protection Program loans for their small businesses.

Feb 10, 2021 | NewsWatch Today
Smaller lenders continue leading PPP lending

Insured depository institutions under $10 billion in assets in 2021 have approved more than 608,000 Paycheck Protection Program loans worth $39.4 billion, according to the latest SBA data.

Feb 9, 2021 | NewsWatch Today
SBA begins EIDL repayments today

The SBA today will begin remitting reconciliation payments for Paycheck Protection Program loans with a forgiveness payment that was reduced by the amount of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance.

Feb 9, 2021 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA pitches provisions for pending relief package

ICBA today is advancing its recommendations for the pandemic relief package before Congress. Developed with community bankers, the ICBA recommendations in today's letter to Congress include, among other things, expanding support for the PPP.