Establishes the New York first--shop local program to aid small businesses impacted by COVID-19.

The bill establishes the New York first--shop local program within the Department of Economic Development. This program aims to provide immediate assistance to small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. It identifies eligible applicants and projects that promote local products and services through marketing and business assistance services. The program will support marketing campaigns, social media strategies, and business assistance, including search engine optimization. It encourages consumers to buy local, helping to bridge the digital divide and stimulate economic growth.

Establishes the New York first--shop local program to aid small businesses impacted by COVID-19.

The bill establishes the New York first--shop local program within the Department of Economic Development. This program aims to provide immediate assistance to small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. It identifies eligible applicants and projects that promote local products and services through marketing and business assistance services. The program will support marketing campaigns, social media strategies, and business assistance, including search engine optimization. It encourages consumers to buy local, helping to bridge the digital divide and stimulate economic growth.