More COVID-19 Funds for Alaska Businesses, Fishermen
Alaska fishermen and other businesses can soon apply for a new $90 million pool of Covid pandemic money that will be distributed by the state. Money for the program comes from the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development announced last week that applications will open sometime this fall and recipients will be chosen “based on demonstrated need.”
Eligible fishing businesses include commercial fishermen who held a limited entry permit or interim entry permit in 2019 and 2020...
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