Gov. Janet Mills has requested federal relief for small businesses in Maine that had to shut down in the wake of last week's mass shooting in Lewiston.
A Small Business Administration Disaster Declaration would allow businesses and private nonprofits in Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties to apply for 30-year loans of up to $2 million with interest rates not exceeding 4 percent.
Loans can cover payroll, fixed debts, and other bills. Eligibility, loan amounts, and terms will be determined by the SBA.
