Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky) has announced there will be no Phase 4 COVID relief bill without protection from litigation for employers. Blanket immunity from being careless is not likely, however. Here are some common sense things to keep in mind as you bring your employees back to work. Consider requiring employees to certify … [Read more...]
Bringing Employees Back to Work
Support Chamber Businesses This Mother’s Day
Every mom is unique and deserves an equally unique gift. Thankfully, greater Arlington has a variety of local businesses with eclectic and delicious Mother’s Day specials. It is important to shop local, and Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show your support to greater Arlington’s fantastic businesses. RETAIL Anything Goes 2504 … [Read more...]
Greater Arlington Business Leader Brings Together Major League Sports Teams to Thank Medical Workers
Jim Ross of Jim Ross Law Group knows what it's like to serve on the front lines. He served his country as a US Marine. He served his city as an Arlington police officer. Now, he is committed to serving greater Arlington and North Texas as a role model for all small business leaders. Time and time again, he has proven to be an individual and … [Read more...]
‘Phase 3.5’ Coronavirus Stimulus Package Passes the House, More Funding for Small Businesses
This afternoon, April 23, 2020, the House of Representatives passed House Resolution 266, also known as the Phase 3.5 Coronavirus Stimulus Package. The bill will now be sent to President Donald Trump who has said that he will sign it into law. Companies who did not have an opportunity to apply for PPP loans before the banks stopped accepting … [Read more...]
Six Flags Over Texas Donates Food to Arlington Charity
Six Flags Over Texas / Hurricane Harbor have a special place in the hearts of greater Arlington residents. In 1961, Six Flags opened its first theme park in Arlington, Texas. Our original theme park is a source of local pride, and Six Flags Over Texas has contributed so much to our community since its opening. Members of greater Arlington can … [Read more...]
Governor Greg Abbott Relaxes some COVID-19 Restrictions in Texas
The Governor’s Executive Order (GA-16), issued April 17, 2020 relates to the safe, strategic reopening of select services and activities in Texas. This order establishes a temporary "Retail-To-Go" model that will allow retail outlets in Texas to reopen beginning Friday, April 24. Under this model, reopened establishments are required to deliver … [Read more...]