Welcome to another edition of FT Now! This week, we're focusing on the
actions Republican governors are taking around the country to support
small business and workers, while planning how to safely re-open local
economies. As you'll see, governors from Charlie Baker in
Massachusetts, to Bill Lee in Tennessee, to Doug Ducey in Arizona, are
stepping up to the plate at a time when Americans need it the most. Read
below for more!

Republican Governors Are Backing America's Small Businesses and
Workers Amid COVID-19 Crisis

What Happened:

Republican governors all across America are taking steps to support
small businesses and workers, as plans are put into place to re-open
local economies.

Why You Should Care:

While Americans are grappling with slowing the spread of Coronavirus,
there are also real concerns about when, and how, to ease social
distancing restrictions. While you can't put a price on someone's
health, you can on the economy. That's why governors from
Massachusetts to Idaho are taking action now.

What Happens Next:

These governors are making sure that when the time comes, small
businesses and job creators will be leading the economic rebound.

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Arizona Governor Partners With Business and Nonprofit Communities in
COVID-19 Fight

What Happened:

GOP Gov. Doug Ducey launched the Arizona Together Initiative, a
one-stop-shop for COVID-19 relief efforts.

Why You Should Care:

The initiative is just the latest in a string of steps Ducey has taken
to protect public health and ease the burden COVID-19 has put on Arizona
families and workers. During times of crisis, strong leadership is
essential.

What Happens Next:

The initiative provides a place where Arizonans can locate essential
services, donate funds, and connect to volunteer opportunities.

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Governor Bill Lee Is Leading Tennessee On The Road To Recovery

What Happened:

Earlier this week, Gov. Lee announced the creation of an Economic
Recovery Group, focused on creating a plan to "begin a phased-in
reopening of our economy."

Why You Should Care:

As Lee pointed out, "We can't sacrifice the safety and health of
Tennesseans. But we also can't keep our economy shut down."

What Happens Next:

Under Governor Lee's leadership, Tennessee will have a plan in place
for a brighter economic future while still combatting the COVID-19
crisis.

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Thank you for reading this week's edition of FT Now.

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