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March 19, 2020 House Republicans Praise Bicameral Partnership in Making Third COVID-19 Aid Package

Washington, D.C. – The top Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee Kevin Brady (TX-08) and House Republican Leader…

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March 19, 2020 Phase I Coronavirus Package // Small Businesses

I’m worried my small business will have to close due to financial issues. Will there be more assistance? Secretary Mnuchin…

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March 19, 2020 Phase I Coronavirus Package // Testing and Supplies

What has Congress done? H.R. 6074— the first Coronavirus bill— included more than $4 billion to make diagnostic tests more…

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March 19, 2020 Phase II Coronavirus Package // Small Businesses

My small business can’t afford to pay sick leave. H.R. 6201— the second Coronavirus bill, includes a refundable payroll tax…

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March 19, 2020 Phase II Coronavirus Package // Mandatory Employer Paid Sick and Family and Medical Leave

(Updated 5/8)   The Department of Labor (DOL) website for the most up-to-date guidance and FAQs for employers and employees…

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March 19, 2020 Phase II Coronavirus Package // Unemployment Insurance

How does the H.R. 6201 support states that are experiencing a spike in claim for unemployment benefits due to COVID-19…

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March 19, 2020 Phase II Coronavirus Package // Testing and Supplies

What has Congress done? H.R. 6201— the second Coronavirus bill— requires free access to coronavirus testing, ensuring there are no…

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March 19, 2020 Phase II Coronavirus Package // The Vulnerable School-Aged and Elderly Population

Where can children and seniors get meals? H.R. 6201— the second Coronavirus bill— provided half a billion dollars for WIC…

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March 18, 2020 Phase II Coronavirus Package // Health Coverage in the States

What assistance has Congress passed to help the states? H.R. 6201— the second Coronavirus bill— provided a temporary increase in…

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