Keeping Iowa's Beverage Industry Informed 

The Iowa Beverage Association is closely monitoring the changing developments of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and its impact on our member companies. As things continue to evolve around the state’s response to COVID-19, our industry remains diligent in continuing business operations in order to meet the consumer demand. Below are helpful resources as you are navigating the impact of COVID-19. Additionally, the state has launched a COVID-19 in Iowa landing page, that contains up-to-date information on new cases, prevention, symptoms, hotlines and more. 

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Business Resources:

Although these are unprecedented times for many businesses, there are preemptive steps that can help to mitigate the economic impact of COVID-19 as you continue to do business. Consider these resources for preparation and prevention strategies:​

• Unemployment Guidance From Gov. Kim Reynolds

• Unemployment and Employer Guidance From Iowa Workforce Development

• FAQ Regarding Unemployment and Employer Guidance From IWD

• Unemployment Tax Insurance Extension From Gov. Kim Reynolds

• Iowa Workforce Development Employer Webinar on Unemployment Insurance

• CARES Act Rebates FAQ

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Policy Resources:

• Proclamation of Disaster Emergency 2020

• TestIowa.com Health Assessment Site

• FMCSA HOS Emergency Declaration Extended

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Updates

• White House Coronavirus Task Force Streaming

• U.S. Department of Treasury Updates

• U.S. Department of State Updates

• Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) Updates

• Iowa Economic Development Authority Updates (IEDA)

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Important Industry Documents:

• Heroes Deserve Our Thanks Katherine Lugar LTE 

• Critical Infrastructure Request to Gov. Kim Reynolds

• CISA Guidance on Essential Infrastructure and Workforce

• CARES Act ABA Summary

• DIA Guidance on Concession Stands

• Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDLs) & Vehicle Registration Waiver

• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Extends Driver Hours of Service

• Critical Infrastructure Essential Workforce Certification Sample

• Letter to the National Governors Association

• Letter to the U.S. Conference of Mayors

• Standard Factory Protocol for COVID-19

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#HereForYou Campaign:

In the bottling plant. In the delivery truck. And in the grocery store. Our companies and their dedicated employees are here for you. In these uncertain and extraordinary times, our essential workers - along with those across the food, beverage and retail industry - are working every day so that Americans have access to what's essential. Learn more about our #HereForYou initiative and read stories on how we're working to deliver and support our neighbors during these challenging times.

• Here For You ABA Campaign Video

• Here For You ABA Campaign Landing Page

• Boxes, Beverages for Folks on the Front Lines

• Companies Repurpose Bottles When Hand Sanitizer Ran Short

• Meeting the Needs of Our Nation's Students

• Supporting Our Neighbors in Foodservice

• Beverage Companies in Southwest Deliver Water to Stricken Navajo Communities

• Mastercard and PepsiCo Partner to Donate $1 Million to White Plains Hospital

• Protecting Our Employees: Keurig Dr Pepper is Working to Keep Employees Safe & Health

• Coca-Cola to Donate 3,200 Cases of Sparkling Water to Lowcountry First Responders