Research Guides: COVID-19 Government Information: Home

Summary

This website provides current, reliable, and vetted government information related to COVID-19. For information specifically targeted towards the University of Montana campus community, please visit the UM Coronavirus Updates website.

Federal information

coronavirus.gov
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC website for COVID-19.
Coronavirus on GovInfo
Coronavirus-related legislative, presidential, and regulatory documents. Updates are made regularly.
IRS - Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments
The IRS is offering tax help for taxpayers, businesses, tax-exempt organizations and others – including health plans – affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Reliable Government Information Resources
A collection of reliable resources you can trust. Information ranging from COVID-19 symptoms to look for to proper handwashing techniques is available.
Timeline of Events Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
A timeline by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis that provides details for key events in the COVID-19 pandemic, and its impact in the United States. The timeline, which focuses on economic and financial impact and policy responses, is updated regularly with supporting documents and links.

Congress

H.R.748 - CARES Act
This bill responds to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak and its impact on the economy, public health, state and local governments, individuals, and businesses.
H.R.6201 - Families First Coronavirus Response Act
This bill responds to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak by providing paid sick leave, tax credits, and free COVID-19 testing; expanding food assistance and unemployment benefits; and increasing Medicaid funding.
H.R.6074 - Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020
This bill provides $8.3 billion in emergency funding for federal agencies to respond to the coronavirus outbreak.
H.R. 266 - Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act
This bill responds to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak by providing additional funding for small business loans, health care providers, and COVID-19 testing.
H.R.6322 - Student Veteran Coronavirus Response Act of 2020
To make certain improvements in the educational assistance benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in the case of changes to courses of education by reason of emergency situations, and for other purposes.
H.R.7010 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020
This bill modifies provisions related to the forgiveness of loans made to small businesses under the Paycheck Protection Program implemented in response to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).

State and County Information

Joint Information Center
The Governor’s Coronavirus Task Force has compiled resources for citizens, businesses, employers, media, community partners, and state employees.
Montana State Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS)
The official Montana Covid-19 website.
Montana Tribal COVID-19 Resources
Resources for tribes compiled by the Montana State Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS).
Map and Demographic information for COVID-19 cases in Montana
Interactive thematic map of Montana displaying the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases by county. The darker the color, the higher the amount of confirmed cases. Total number of confirmed cases is labeled for all counties with confirmed cases.
Missoula County's Response
Missoula County's most recent local data and resource lists.
Testing and Screening Resources for Missoula County
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 such as coughing, fever, or difficulty breathing, call one of the Focused Screening Centers, the ask a nurse line, or use one of the online resources in this website.

Missoula County Coronavirus Hotline

406-258-INFO

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Monday through Friday

Call with any questions or concerns.

Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library

COVID-19 Government Information

Government Information Librarian

Summary

Federal information

Congress

State and County Information

Missoula County Coronavirus Hotline