Senate Approves $8.3B In Emergency Funding For Coronavirus

The Senate passed a bipartisan emergency spending bill to combat coronavirus with a 96 to 1 vote, with Senator Rand Paul as the sole dissenter. The $8.3 billion Appropriations Act focuses on funding coronavirus research, vaccine development, and public health at state and local levels. Additional funds are allocated for pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and overseas health prevention. The measure now awaits President Trump's signature, expected by the week's end.

What was the outcome of the Senate vote on the emergency spending measure?

• Unanimous approval

• 96 to 1 in favor

• 50 to 50 tie

• Rejected by majority

Who was the only senator to vote against the emergency spending measure?

• Senator Mitch McConnell

• Senator Bernie Sanders

• Senator Chuck Schumer

• Senator Rand Paul

What is the primary focus of the $8.3 billion Appropriations Act?

• Infrastructure development

• Military spending

• Coronavirus research and vaccine development

• Education reform

How much funding is allocated for public health at state and local levels?

• $1 billion

• $2 billion

• $3 billion

• $4 billion

What is the next step for the emergency spending measure after passing the Senate?

• It is implemented immediately

• It is sent back for revisions

• It awaits the President's signature

• It goes to the House of Representatives