Posts by Joe Hoellerer, Senior Manager, Government Relations, Security Industry Association
Global Trade and Supply Chain Resources for Members
Is your company experiencing trade and supply chain issues related to COVID-19? Under the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. Commerce Service (USCS) and the International Trade Administration (ITA) are offering numerous webinars and online forums for companies impacted by the pandemic. Here are a few upcoming webinars and professional development opportunities in May and…
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Summary of $484 Billion COVID-19 “Phase 3” Stimulus Replenishment
After funding for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) expired, Congress and the Trump administration moved to replenish the PPP by providing supplemental aid to small businesses impacted by COVID-19. On April 24, President Trump enacted H.R. 266, which provides approximately $484 billion in additional relief funds to initiatives initially funded…
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SIA Bolsters Global Trade and Supply Chain Efforts
In light of the rapidly evolving circumstances surrounding COVID-19, the Security Industry Association (SIA) continues to explore ways to provide members with robust resources and volunteer opportunities to ensure companies remain informed about current developments on a global scale. As such, SIA is pleased to announce the creation of the Global Commerce Working Group, which…
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Summary of New COVID-19 Stimulus Law “Phase 3”
On March 27, President Trump enacted H.R. 748, known as “Phase 3,” a $2 trillion stimulus package which provides additional aid to the American workforce impacted by COVID-19. The following is a summary of key provisions that will impact the business operations of SIA and ASIS International members in the United States, including loan forgiveness…
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Summary of New COVID-19 Stimulus Law “Phase 2”
On March 18, President Trump enacted H.R. 6201, known as “Phase 2,” which provides economic stimulus and relief to the American workforce impacted by COVID-19. The following is a summary of key provisions that will impact the business operations of Security Industry Association (SIA) members. including tax credits for employers, employee paid leave and unemployment…
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SIA Grows Government Awareness of Pressing Issues in the Security Industry
SIA Organizes Congressional Visit to Member Company Altronix On Jan. 3, as part of a visit organized by the Security Industry Association (SIA), Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), vice chairwoman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, toured SIA member company Altronix’s facility and headquarters in Brooklyn,…
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How the New Appropriations Bill Impacts Security Companies
President Trump has signed an appropriations bill funding several government agencies, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Justice. Security Industry Association (SIA) members who actively participate in or are considering participation in the federal marketplace should pay close attention to funding amounts since it could impact future procurement opportunities.…
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