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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Congressman Webster blames Pelosi for delay in COVID-19 relief

Congressman Daniel Webster is blaming House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for delays in delivering a COVID-19 relief package.

Congressman Daniel Webster

“After spending months playing political games and trying to use the Coronavirus pandemic to push through their socialist agenda, last night Democrats finally caved and agreed to a COVID-19 relief bill that is not much different than proposals Republicans offered starting last summer,” said Webster, a Republican who represents The Villages in the U.S. House of Representatives.

“While I am disappointed by the process and timeline that it took to get to this point, I am pleased it extends the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and allows small business owners to deduct PPP expenses. PPP has been a lifeline for countless small businesses and under this bill those still experiencing severe revenue reductions can apply for a second loan. It also includes money to get students back into the classroom and to ensure that the COVID-19 vaccine is available as soon as possible – to all who want it,” Webster said.

He praised funding in the measure for the Departments of Defense and Veterans’ Affairs.

He also pointed to these highlights in the relief package:

  • Provides funding for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, a program that serves over 700,000 older Americans monthly.
  • Provides funding for broadband, including $300 million for rural broadband and $250 million for telehealth.
  • $13 billion to support farmers and the agriculture sector.
  • $4 billion for substance abuse – significant progress made over past several years on opioid addiction has been reversed because of the impact of COVID lockdowns.
  • $82 billion in funding for schools and universities to assist with reopening for in-person learning that also includes $2.75 billion in designated funds for private K through 12 education.
  • $25 billion in temporary and targeted rental assistance for individuals who lost their source of income during the pandemic.
  • $15 billion is also allocated for local entertainment venues, movie theaters and museums that are experiencing significant revenue loss.
  • Prohibits illegal aliens from receiving $600 checks provided for adults and dependents struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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