Source: NCDA&CS, 4/6/20

All:

Please see USDA’s coronavirus resource page, https://www.usda.gov/coronavirus, that has been updated to include FAQs on the Paycheck Protection Program (please scroll down to the appropriate tab).  Since we have received this question numerous times, I want to highlight this particular section:

Q: Do H-2A or H-2B workers on my payroll count towards my eligibility and total possible loan amount?

A: Only employees with a principal place of residence in the U.S. count toward eligibility and calculation of the PPP loan amount.

USDA has said they will continue to update these FAQs in the coming days and I will make you aware of any changes.  Please know that we continue to communicate the needs of our farmers and agribusinesses to our federal partners.

Have a good evening.

Laura Kilian
Legislative Director
NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services
Cell: (252) 425-1889