Congress Passes Government Funding, COVID Relief Bill

The Senate passed a COVID relief package with a 92 to 6 vote, providing $600 checks to most Americans. The package includes additional unemployment benefits, funds for the Paycheck Protection Program, rental assistance, and vaccine distribution. The bill, over 5500 pages long, was quickly passed by Congress. President-elect Joe Biden plans to introduce another relief bill after taking office. Lawmakers will reconvene on January 3rd for the next Congress session.

What was the amount included in the COVID relief package for most Americans?

• $600

• $300

• $900

• $1200

What did Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin say about the distribution of the relief money?

• It will be mailed

• It will be direct deposited

• It will be given in cash

• It will not be distributed

What additional benefits does the relief package provide for unemployed Americans?

• $300 per week for ten weeks

• $600 per week for six weeks

• One-time payment of $600

• No additional benefits

What is the significance of the over 5500 page Bill mentioned in the text?

• It is the longest bill to pass Congress

• It was passed without reading

• It has no funding for COVID relief

• It was rejected by Congress

What did President Elect Joe Biden express about future COVID relief efforts?

• He wants to pass another comprehensive relief bill

• He opposes any further relief

• He is satisfied with the current package

• He plans to delay any new bills