California Weighs Its Own $600 Weekly Unemployment Support

California Weighs Its Own $600 Weekly Unemployment Support

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The video discusses the $600 weekly unemployment benefits for Californians, which may not be extended federally. Phil Ting emphasizes the state's responsibility to support citizens financially. A $100 billion stimulus plan aims to aid economic recovery. The federal unemployment benefits have expired, reducing California's checks to $340 weekly. Congress is debating a relief package, with Senate Republicans proposing a reduction to $200 weekly benefits until states can provide 70% of prior income.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weekly unemployment benefit amount for Californians that is at risk if Congress does not extend it?

$1000

$600

$340

$200

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed amount for California's stimulus plan to aid economic recovery?

$100 billion

$50 billion

$500 billion

$200 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the average weekly unemployment check amount in California after the federal payout expired?

$600

$200

$340

$400

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed reduction in emergency unemployment benefits by Senate Republicans?

From $600 to $300

From $600 to $100

From $600 to $400

From $600 to $200

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Until when would the federal government fund unemployment benefits according to the new proposal?

Until states can provide 70% of prior income

Until states can provide 50% of prior income

Until states can provide 60% of prior income

Until states can provide 80% of prior income