Title: Extra $600 for Unemployed Workers Would Be Extended Under Democrats' Heroes Act Proposal
Headings: Extra $600 for Unemployed Workers Would Be Extended Under Democrats' Heroes Act Proposal
Extra $600 for Unemployed Workers Would Be Extended Under Democrats' Heroes Act Proposal
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U.S. Coronavirus Unemployment Congress
Unemployed Americans could see their benefits expanded under the $3 trillion coronavirus rescue bill being proposed by House Democrats. The Heroes Act unveiled Tuesday spans more than 1,800 pages and includes assistance to state and local governments, hazard pay for front-line health care workers and extended financial relief programs. The House could vote on the bill as soon as Friday. "We must think big for the people now, because if we don't, it will cost more in lives and livelihood later," said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California. " Not acting is the most expensive course. One of the most important provisions to unemployment insurance is the extension of additional benefits. The legislation would ensure that people currently out of work will be able to receive an extra $600 a week in unemployment benefits until at least next year. Newsweek Newsletter sign-up >
The additional payment, which was created in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed by Congress in late March, is due to expire in July.