Senate Approves More Funding For Small Businesses, Testing

The transcript discusses a relief package passed by voice vote, allocating over $320 billion to the Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell criticized Democrats for delaying the package. The bill also includes $75 billion for hospitals, $25 billion for COVID-19 testing, and $60 billion for the economic injury disaster loan program. President Trump urged Congress to pass the bill, which is expected to be voted on by the House.

What was the main purpose of the relief package approved by the Senate?

• To increase military spending

• To fund infrastructure projects

• To provide tax cuts for large corporations

• To support small businesses affected by the pandemic

How much funding was allocated for hospitals in the relief bill?

• $75 billion

• $50 billion

• $100 billion

• $25 billion

What is the purpose of the economic injury disaster business loan program mentioned in the bill?

• To provide loans for new business startups

• To support agricultural businesses

• To offer financial assistance to businesses affected by disasters

• To fund research and development projects

What additional funding does the improved legislation include?

• Funding for educational programs

• Funding for space exploration

• Funding for community financial institutions

• Funding for international aid

What did President Trump urge Congress to do regarding the relief bill?

• To increase the funding amount

• To reject the bill

• To pass the bill quickly

• To delay the vote