House Approves $8.3 Billion In Emergency Funding Amid Coronavirus

The transcript discusses a congressional vote on an $8.3 billion measure to combat the coronavirus. The funding is allocated for vaccine research, public health, pharmaceuticals, and international health systems. The measure is expected to pass the Senate and be signed by President Trump. As of the report, there are 11 deaths and over 150 cases in the US.

What was the total amount allocated for the measure discussed in the text?

How much funding is designated for research and development of vaccines and treatments?

What is the purpose of the $435 million mentioned in the text?

Who is expected to sign the measure if it passes?

What was the reported number of deaths from the coronavirus in the US as of Wednesday afternoon?