The complicated web of COVID-19 federal aid legislation has left many business owners confused as to which programs to pursue, in what way to use them, and when. Notably, the timing of the Paycheck Protection Program and expanded Unemployment Insurance benefits has had the unintended consequence of incentivizing both some workers to stay home, and some employers to hold off on rehiring. BRAC penned an analysis on the considerations at play to help businesses understand the situation and make informed decisions.
BRAC’s April 20 COVID-19 Brief: Balancing the PPP and Unemployment Insurance
