Announcements

TSFA is sharing information from State and Federal Agencies so that you may make an informed decision based on your individual circumstances.

COVID-19 Helpful Resources Updated April 3, 2020

SBA Overview of Coronavirus Relief Options

Paycheck Protection Program Borrower Guidance from Treasury Dept.

Find Eligible Lenders for the Paycheck Protection Program

Paycheck Protection Program Borrower Application

COVID-19 CDC Print Resources

COVID-19 Cares Act Summary

COVID-19 Stimulus Primer: Understanding the Relief Packages

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE COVID-19 RESOURCE GUIDE

LETTER FROM AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER TO GOVERNOR ABBOTT

EO-GA Preparedness and Litigation Letter from Governor Abbott

High School Testing 2020 Updated March 31, 2020

The  following High School Testing Locations have been postponed or cancelled, if you have already registered for these testing sites, TSFA will contact you directly with more information:

• James Madison has been moved to May 13, 2020
• Cy-Fair and VR Eaton have been CANCELLED
• Region 17 ESC in Lubbock has been CANCELLED
• Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center in Longview has been CANCELLED
• KLEIN has been POSTPONED until May, updates will be provided in the beginning of April for this testing site.

Please contact TSFA at 512.528.0806 with any additional questions or concerns and check back for more updates.

Coronavirus information: TSFA follows the guidance and expertise of national and local health officials to help protect our students and staff from all communicable diseases. TSFA is aware that The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness (COVID-19) caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. Everyone is encouraged to visit CDC website for more information and travel guidance regarding the Coronavirus.

We continue to be in communication with our local partners and stand ready to take all appropriate measures.

In the interest of public health, the Texas State Florists’ Association has cancelled the Texas Floral Events to be held in Waco and Dallas, Texas on April 1 and April 4, 2020.

The Texas State Florists’ Association is sad about canceling; however, the safety and well-being of our guests and communities is our top priority. Out of precaution, the TSFA Board of Directors have decided that this is the best course of action for our members and the communities the events were scheduled.

As a reminder, the CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

We look forward to the remainder of the 2020 Texas Floral Events in Rio Grande Valley, Gulf Coast, East Texas and West Texas to continue to promote education to the Texas floral industry. We will provide additional information as it becomes available.

2020 Floral Education Events and Certification Courses

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