Shore Daily News

Congresswoman Elaine Luria (VA-02) joined Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) in calling on IRS Commissioner Retting and Treasury Secretary Mnuchin to address ongoing accessibility issues for constituents without internet access. Without access to the online portal, these constituents are unable to receive timely information or provide updates to the IRS in order to receive their Economic […]

Congresswoman Elaine Luria announced Friday that the rules have been changed to allow seasonal businesses to access PPP loans. The PPP provides loans to small businesses that have been harmed by the coronavirus pandemic. Loans under this program may be used to cover payroll costs, healthcare benefits, mortgage interest payments, rent, utilities, and other interest

In response to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congresswoman Elaine Luria joined two bipartisan efforts urging the Department of Commerce to quickly implement relief for the fishery and aquaculture industries. “Accounting for more than $200 billion in sales and 1.7 million jobs, fisheries and aquaculture are key to the health of regional economies

Congresswoman Elaine Luria and Senator Mark Warner joined a tele-townhall hosted by the Eastern Shore Chambers of Commerce (ESCC). During the town hall, both elected officials and members of the Chambers of Commerce fielded questions from constituents regarding the Coronavirus epidemic and its impact on the local economy, specifically looking at tourism, seasonal businesses, and

Congresswoman Elaine Luria applauded the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). This bill passed the House today with bipartisan support, following a 96-0 vote in the Senate. It is the third relief package to provide federal resources to address the COVID-19 pandemic. “The CARES Act will provide critical relief

Congresswoman Elaine Luria came to the Eastern Shore Wednesday. Luria visited the Food Bank. in Tasley.  In attendance were Foodbank Manager Charmin Horton, Superintendents Eddie Lawrence from Northampton and Chris Holland and Dr.Rhonda Hall from the Accomack County School system,  Andre Elliott from the YMCA, and  Dr. James Scheffer of Eastern Shore Community College.  Luria