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US legislators reach deal on $900bn stimulus package
Covid-19 relief bill gives $600 in direct payments to individuals and boosts unemployment payments by $300 a week
Dec. 20, Washington — US congressional leaders said on Sunday they had reached agreement on a $900bn package to provide the first new aid in months to an economy hammered by the coronavirus pandemic, with votes likely on Monday.
“At long last, we have the bipartisan breakthrough the country has needed,” Republican Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell said on the Senate floor, after months of contentious debate.
The package would be the second-largest economic stimulus in US history, after a $2.3-trillion aid bill passed in March. It comes as the pandemic accelerates, infecting more than 214,000 people in the country each day. More than 317,000 Americans have already died.
Democratic Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer said the package should have enough support to quickly pass both chambers of Congress. He said Democrats would push for more aid after president-elect Joe Biden takes office on January 20.
“It will establish a floor, not a ceiling, for coronavirus relief in 2021,” Schumer said on the Senate floor.
The package, which must be signed into law by President Donald Trump, would give $600 direct payments to individuals and boost unemployment payments by $300 a week. It also includes billions for small businesses, food assistance, transit and health care. It extends a moratorium on foreclosures and provides $25bn in rental aid. continue to read
US legislators reach deal on $900bn stimulus package
Covid-19 relief bill gives $600 in direct payments to individuals and boosts unemployment payments by $300 a week
Dec. 20, Washington — US congressional leaders said on Sunday they had reached agreement on a $900bn package to provide the first new aid in months to an economy hammered by the coronavirus pandemic, with votes likely on Monday.
“At long last, we have the bipartisan breakthrough the country has needed,” Republican Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell said on the Senate floor, after months of contentious debate.
The package would be the second-largest economic stimulus in US history, after a $2.3-trillion aid bill passed in March. It comes as the pandemic accelerates, infecting more than 214,000 people in the country each day. More than 317,000 Americans have already died.
Democratic Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer said the package should have enough support to quickly pass both chambers of Congress. He said Democrats would push for more aid after president-elect Joe Biden takes office on January 20.
“It will establish a floor, not a ceiling, for coronavirus relief in 2021,” Schumer said on the Senate floor.
The package, which must be signed into law by President Donald Trump, would give $600 direct payments to individuals and boost unemployment payments by $300 a week. It also includes billions for small businesses, food assistance, transit and health care. It extends a moratorium on foreclosures and provides $25bn in rental aid. continue to read
Lawmakers unveil bipartisan $900 billion coronavirus stimulus
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Arizona Politicos React To News Of Coronavirus Relief Deal
Dec. 21 - On Sunday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced that a deal on a coronavirus relief bill has been reached. The House and Senate are expected to vote on the legislation on Monday.
The bill had stalled, according to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, because Democratic leaders had thought earlier passage would benefit President Donald Trump and his chances for a second term.
“President Trump has pushed hard for months to send Americans badly needed financial relief. We look forward to Congress sending a bill to his desk imminently for signature,” said Special Assistant to the President Ben Williamson in a statement.
According to several media reports, the latest bill would establish temporary $300 per week supplemental jobless benefits and $600 direct stimulus payments to most Americans.
While individuals receive a reduced amount from the last round of relief, schools and health care providers will receive the lion’s share of the massive spending bill
Few of Arizona’s representatives weighed in on social media on Sunday night when the news broke. The most vocal on Twitter was Rep. Debbie Lesko, who expressed her displeasure about the timing.
...On the other hand, Rep. Andy, who has shared his concerns about the bill, said once again he would be a no vote.
A few reasons why conservatives will be voting NO tomorrow. @chiproytx https://t.co/jotS3uO1Pp pic.twitter.com/sMi2CteuZd
— Andy Biggs (@andybiggs4az) December 21, 2020
Rep. Raul Grijalva spoke out early against the proposed $600 payment.
Republicans didn’t care about the deficit when it came to giving tax cuts to big corporations & the wealthy.
But when it comes to aid for families facing economic hardship, some Republicans suddenly seem to care again.
The people need survival checks. https://t.co/TTBMky7zAR
— Raul M. Grijalva (@RepRaulGrijalva) December 18, 2020
Two roomies heading to late Sunday votes. And no, the tan coats are not required apparel on the House floor. pic.twitter.com/CecWNZYHFO
— Rep. Jason Crow (@RepJasonCrow) December 21, 2020
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Dec. 21 - On Sunday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced that a deal on a coronavirus relief bill has been reached. The House and Senate are expected to vote on the legislation on Monday.
The bill had stalled, according to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, because Democratic leaders had thought earlier passage would benefit President Donald Trump and his chances for a second term.
“President Trump has pushed hard for months to send Americans badly needed financial relief. We look forward to Congress sending a bill to his desk imminently for signature,” said Special Assistant to the President Ben Williamson in a statement.
According to several media reports, the latest bill would establish temporary $300 per week supplemental jobless benefits and $600 direct stimulus payments to most Americans.
While individuals receive a reduced amount from the last round of relief, schools and health care providers will receive the lion’s share of the massive spending bill
Few of Arizona’s representatives weighed in on social media on Sunday night when the news broke. The most vocal on Twitter was Rep. Debbie Lesko, who expressed her displeasure about the timing.
...On the other hand, Rep. Andy, who has shared his concerns about the bill, said once again he would be a no vote.
A few reasons why conservatives will be voting NO tomorrow. @chiproytx https://t.co/jotS3uO1Pp pic.twitter.com/sMi2CteuZd
— Andy Biggs (@andybiggs4az) December 21, 2020
Rep. Raul Grijalva spoke out early against the proposed $600 payment.
Republicans didn’t care about the deficit when it came to giving tax cuts to big corporations & the wealthy.
But when it comes to aid for families facing economic hardship, some Republicans suddenly seem to care again.
The people need survival checks. https://t.co/TTBMky7zAR
— Raul M. Grijalva (@RepRaulGrijalva) December 18, 2020
Two roomies heading to late Sunday votes. And no, the tan coats are not required apparel on the House floor. pic.twitter.com/CecWNZYHFO
— Rep. Jason Crow (@RepJasonCrow) December 21, 2020
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