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PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (PPP) “PAYROLL COSTS” MEANS: Payment required for group health care benefits, including insurance premiums); and Compensation/income of a sole proprietor or independent contractor (wage, commission, income, net earnings from self-employment, or  Similar compensation that is not more than $100,000 per year, as prorated for the covered period. 26