Democrats Aim To Push Through School Funding Relief

The transcript discusses the Democrats' plan to advance a $1.98 trillion relief package, focusing on funding for schools. The White House aims to reopen most K-8 schools within 100 days, allocating $130 billion for this purpose. The plan also includes $40 billion for public colleges and universities. House Democrats advocate for private colleges' eligibility, while Republicans argue that schools have already received substantial aid and highlight CDC data showing that precautions can reduce virus spread in schools.

What is the total amount of the relief plan that Democrats are planning to move forward with?

• $1.5 trillion

• $1.98 trillion

• $2.5 trillion

• $1.2 trillion

What is the White House's target for reopening K through eight schools?

• Within the first 200 days

• By the end of the year

• Within the first 100 days

• Within the first 50 days

How much funding is allocated for reopening K through eight schools?

• $100 billion

• $150 billion

• $130 billion

• $200 billion

What amount is proposed for public colleges and universities in the relief plan?

• $60 billion

• $40 billion

• $50 billion

• $30 billion

What do Republicans argue regarding the funding for schools?

• Funding should be doubled

• Funding should be cut in half

• Schools have already received sufficient aid

• Schools need more funding