Americans Seeing Stimulus Payments Hit Bank Accounts

The Act of 2021 aims to boost the COVID-19 affected U.S. economy by prioritizing working people. It includes $1400 direct deposits for eligible individuals, additional child benefits, and extended unemployment support. The IRS will determine amounts based on 2019 or 2020 tax returns. Critics argue the $1.9 trillion package is too costly and could harm the country's future.

What is the primary focus of the Act of 2021?

• Increasing military spending

• Prioritizing working people

• Boosting the stock market

• Reducing taxes for corporations

How much additional financial support is provided for children under 6?

• $1500

• $3600

• $3000

• $2000

Until when will the extra $300 per week for unemployment continue?

• November 1

• September 6

• December 31

• July 4

On which tax returns will the IRS base the amount sent out?

• 2017 or 2018

• 2020 or 2021

• 2019 or 2020

• 2018 or 2019

What is a major criticism of the $1.9 trillion package?

• It is not enough to support the economy

• It is too costly and could harm the future

• It does not include tax cuts for the wealthy

• It focuses too much on infrastructure