Senators To Pitch Bipartisan Infrastructure Plan

Senators To Pitch Bipartisan Infrastructure Plan

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Senators have reached a bipartisan infrastructure deal, heading to the White House to present it to President Biden. The framework includes nearly a trillion dollars, with 559 billion in new spending, and aims to avoid tax increases for those earning under $400,000. A vote is expected next month, with timing being crucial to meet the July deadline.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the senators' visit to the White House?

To address climate change

To negotiate tax cuts

To discuss healthcare reforms

To present an infrastructure deal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much new spending is included in the infrastructure framework?

500 billion dollars

600 billion dollars

559 billion dollars

579 billion dollars

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the reduction in the proposal amount by 20 billion dollars?

Increased defense spending

Decrease in education funding

Reallocation of funds for broadband Internet

Reduction in healthcare budget

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the income threshold below which taxes will not be raised according to the agreement?

$450,000

$400,000

$350,000

$300,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When do congressional leaders hope to vote on the infrastructure bill?

Next quarter

Next year

Next month

Next week

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