Issue Position: COVID-19 Relief

Issue Position

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, I support the continued negotiations and hope for the passage of the HEROES Act, which includes:

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Expansion of unemployment benefits

Extended paid leave (such as sick days, family, and medical leave)

Increased Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits

Increased funding utility payments and job training for low-income individuals

25 percent increase in aid to disabled veterans

$435 billion for additional rebates, including an additional $1200 stimulus check per individual

Increased funding for testing and contact tracing

Expansion of some eviction/foreclosure moratoriums

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