Mixed reviews from local businesses on COVID relief bill
BOISE â The $900 billion COVID relief package passed by Congress this week is being praised by some local businesses â particularly event venues, which will see much needed aid â while others say the legislation does not provide enough support for those industries hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic, such as bars and restaurants. The Boise Metro Chamber, which represents 1,850 area businesses, applauded the bill for containing provisions the organization lobbied for. âNamely, expanded and extended Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans and other aid for small businesse...