In what is expected to be a historic moment for Americans, the legislation that so many people desperately need will likely be approved later this evening in the U.S. House of Representatives. President Joe Biden’s comprehensive American Rescue Plan, which includes major areas such as direct relief checks, increased unemployment aid, vaccinations and tests, schools, and more, will answer the calls of the American people and provide help during this enduring crisis.
“The need is great. The opportunity is there,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif. said. “The precision of this legislation to directly address the needs of the American people, the lives of the American people and the livelihoods.”
Democrats have been listening to needs of their constituents and will be passing the American Rescue Plan through the House tonight. Americans made it clear that a coronavirus relief plan would help ease their lives while enduring the harsh effects of the pandemic. The overwhelming majority of Americans support President Biden’s coronavirus relief agenda, including strong bipartisan support.
The American Rescue Plan includes, but is not limited to:
- Increased stimulus payments
- Enhanced unemployment aid
- Rental assistance and eviction moratorium
- Help for the hungry
- Assistance for small businesses
- Aid for states and schools
- Increased support for vaccines and tests
- $15 minimum wage
The next step for the American Rescue Plan is to be voted on in the Senate. It is all of America’s hope that lawmakers in the Senate will do the same diligence as the House and deliver the American people the imperative assistance.