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Coronavirus Information and Resources

Last update: June 5, 4:26 p.m.

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June 5

Today, President Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act into law. Thank you for your efforts to advocate for these critical changes to the PPP. Please note that June 30 is the final day to be issued a PPP loan (you can only be issued one PPP loan). National Restaurant Association summary of bill changes
This afternoon, Gov. Wolf announced 12 more counties will move into the green phase on June 12. Adams, Beaver, Carbon, Columbia, Cumberland, Juniata, Mifflin, Northumberland, Union, Wayne, Wyoming and York counties will go green at 12:01 a.m., June 12.
Today, all Pennsylvania counties are either in the green or yellow phase of reopening. Restaurants in green counties may provide indoor and outdoor dining with restrictions. Restaurants in yellow counties, except for those in Philadelphia, may offer outdoor dining with restrictions. Restaurants in both counties must follow the Wolf Administration's Restaurant Guidelines for their respective county color.
You will be required to submit a plan, sketch, photo of your extended premise. Please follow these steps to access the application:
1. Log into PLCB+ 
2. Click "Other Licenses Changes / Amendments" under the Existing Licenses section
3. Select your license
4. Scroll to EMERGENCY TEMPORARY EXTENSION
5. Answer questions and submit your plan
6. Complete application
If you are extending your licensed premise, make sure you reach out to your insurance provider to ensure the newly licensed area is protected.
The Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund – a non-profit with the simple mission of saving as many of Pennsylvania’s small businesses as possible – is now accepting applications for a forgivable loan of $3,000. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to qualify. LEARN MORE

June 4

Last night, the U.S. Senate passed by unanimous consent the Payroll Protection Program Flexibility Act, which fundamentally changes PPP forgiveness criteria by easing certain forgiveness requirements to the favor of PPP loan recipients. National Restaurant Association summary of bill changes
Tomorrow, 16 counties move into the green phase and 10 move into the yellow phase of reopening. Restaurants in green counties may provide indoor and outdoor dining with restrictions. Restaurants in yellow counties, except for those in Philadelphia, may offer outdoor dining with restrictions. Restaurants in both counties must follow the Wolf Administration's Restaurant Guidelines for their respective county color.
Yesterday, the PLCB launched the application for extending a licensed premise. Read the Press Release. Read the Advisory Notice. Please follow these steps to access the application:
1. Log into PLCB+ 
2. Click "Other Licenses Changes / Amendments" under the Existing Licenses section
3. Select your license
4. Scroll to EMERGENCY TEMPORARY EXTENSION
5. Answer questions and submit your plan
6. Complete application
If you are extending your licensed premise, make sure you reach out to your insurance provider to ensure the newly licensed area is protected.
Licensees serving cocktails-to-go must obtain an ID scanner by July 20. You can find options on our website here (see ID Checking/Scanning section).
While much of the industry has united throughout the pandemic, please remember that there are individuals out there looking to exploit the situation for their financial gain. If you feel that you have been a victim of fraud, report it to the appropriate authorities and let us know so we can alert the industry to be on the lookout.
Yesterday, the House Tourism & Recreational Development Committee held an informational hearing on the safe reopening of Pennsylvania’s tourism and hospitality industries.
The Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund – a non-profit with the simple mission of saving as many of Pennsylvania’s small businesses as possible – is now accepting applications for a forgivable loan of $3,000. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to qualify. LEARN MORE

June 3

Today, Gov. Wolf renewed the 90-day disaster declaration he originally signed on March 6 and announced that he would allow the amended stay-at-home order to expire at 11:59 p.m., June 4 since all counties will be in the yellow or green phase on June 5. PRESS RELEASE
This afternoon, the PLCB launched the application for extending a licensed premise. Read the Press Release. Read the Advisory Notice. Please follow these steps to access the application:
- Log into PLCB+ 
- Choose license changes amendments
- Choose your license
- Scroll to EMERGENCY TEMPORARY EXTENSION
- Answer questions
- Complete application
Please note: There is a rumor going around that live music is not permitted. Large bands or a group that encourages dancing or congregating are not going to be permitted. However, acoustic-type performances for people to enjoy while they sit and eat will be allowed.
Language was included in the state budget that would extend the current moratorium on a municipality passing a plastic bag, utensil, or Styrofoam ban until July 1, 2021, or 6 months after the COVID-19 disaster emergency is lifted.
Councilmen Domb and Henon are planning to introduce legislation in Philadelphia City Council that would streamline the extension of premise process onto City sidewalks and streets for restaurants. We appreciate the councilmen spearheading this legislation on behalf of the industry. READ MEMO
Tomorrow at 1:30 p.m., Chef José Andrés will discuss safely reopening restaurants with Dr. Anthony Fauci on Instagram Live. LINK
The PRLA Lehigh Chapter is hosting a virtual industry town hall on Thursday, June 4 @ 3 p.m. to discuss best practices, next steps, and resources available to navigate these challenging times. Reserve your seat here.