News & Updates from the MSCPA’s Government Affairs Team
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News & Updates from the MSCPA’s Government Affairs Team 
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We're working to keep you informed in a world that changes by the minute. If you have anything you'd like to share, or if we can help you in any way, please reach out to Zach Donah at zdonah@mscpaonline.org or 617.303.2411, or Larry Liuzzo at lliuzzo@mscpaonline.org or 617.303.2405.

Governor Baker Launches $115 Million Economic Stimulus Program for Massachusetts’ Small Businesses
Governor Baker released an economic stimulus program aimed at assisting struggling small businesses with various expenses including payroll costs, rent and personal protective equipment. 

As part of a $50.8 million grant program included within the stimulus package, eligible businesses may receive grants of up to $75,000, which are made available through the Massachusetts Capital Growth Corporation.  

Applications for the small business grants are accepted until 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12. 

To apply for a small business grant and for more information on the grant program, click here
2020 General Election Information and Voter Resources
Early Voting Ends Tomorrow (10/30)
As of Monday, October 26, more than 1.8 million Massachusetts residents (almost 40% of Massachusetts voters) cast their 2020 ballot.

Please note: The closure of early voting poll locations varies by city or town. 

To vote early and to find your early voting polling location, click here


Election Day: Tuesday (11/3)
Election Day is Tuesday! If you have not mailed in your ballot, voted absentee or if you don’t early-vote by tomorrow’s early voting deadline, Tuesday is your last chance to cast your vote for the 2020 General Elections.

Polls are open 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3..

There are several contested races on the ballot this year for: 
  • United States President;
  • United States Senate;
  • United States House of Representatives;
  • Massachusetts State Senate;
  • Massachusetts House of Representatives; and
  • Massachusetts County Government.
To find the candidates you will see on your Election Day ballot, click here.
 
To find your polling place for Tuesday, November 3, click here.

Massachusetts Statewide Ballot Questions
 
Question 1: Motor Vehicle Mechanical Data
  • A YES vote would provide motor vehicle owners and independent repair facilities with expanded access to wirelessly transmitted mechanical data related to their vehicles’ maintenance and repair; and
  • A NO vote would make no change in the law governing access to vehicles’ wirelessly transmitted mechanical data.
Question 2: Ranked-Choice Voting
  • A YES vote would create a system of ranked-choice voting in which voters would have the option to rank candidates in order of preference and votes would be counted in rounds, eliminating candidates with the lowest votes until one candidate has received a majority; and
  • A NO vote would make no change in the laws governing voting and how votes are counted.
For summaries and the full text of both ballot questions, click here.

For all 2020 general election information and voter resources, click here
IRS: Renew Preparer Tax Identification Numbers
In preparation for the 2021 tax season, the IRS is encouraging tax preparers to renew their PTINs before the December 31, 2020 expiration date.

For more information, click here
Guidance for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
 
DOR Updates
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