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Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States

The United States House of Representatives votes 220–211 to pass the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which extends weekly jobless benefit payments of $300 until September, sends $1,400 checks to individuals, and funds other coronavirus relief programs for states and businesses. The stimulus bill will be sent to President Joe Biden for his signature.

House Passes $1.9 Trillion Covid-19 Stimulus Package; Biden Plans to Sign Friday

Sources:  BBC News  The Wall Street Journal

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  1. The United States House of Representative votes 220-211 to passes $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus package bill. The bill will be sent to President Joe Biden for his signature on March 12.
  2. The United States House of Representatives votes 220–211 to pass the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which extends weekly jobless benefit payments of $300 until September, sends $1,400 checks to individuals, and funds other coronavirus relief programs for states and businesses. The stimulus bill will be sent to President Joe Biden for his signature.

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