Parson receives federal pandemic loan for farm

In this Oct. 25, 2020 file photo, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson speaks during a campaign rally at a gun store in Lees Summit, Mo.
In this Oct. 25, 2020 file photo, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson speaks during a campaign rally at a gun store in Lees Summit, Mo.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - Missouri's Republican Gov. Mike Parson received roughly $6,300 for his beef cattle ranch through a federal program designed to help small businesses during the pandemic.

Parson in March was approved for a $6,288 loan, The Kansas City Star reported.

The loan is part of a federal effort to prop up small businesses so they can continue meeting payroll during the coronavirus pandemic.

Parson's loan has already been forgiven.

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