The Paycheck Protection Program has been extended for two additional months, reports Politico.

Senior House and Senate lawmakers have reached an agreement to extend the Paycheck Protection Program for two months amid growing concern that the March 31 expiration of the landmark small-business rescue plan would deprive many employers of aid.

According to the Guardian, there are several ways the American Rescue Plan can help small businesses. 

Thanks to the stimulus programs, there are now five ways small can save big on their taxes in 2021 … and even get money back.

According to CNBC, self-employed and gig workers can now apply for Paycheck Protection Program funds. 

Self-employed and gig workers who have been waiting for new rules that would mean larger forgivable loans through the Paycheck Protection Program can now move forward with their applications.