House Approves Additional COVID-19 Relief Funding

The transcript discusses a relief bill passed by Congress, focusing on funding for the Paycheck Protection Program, hospitals, and testing. It highlights concerns about fund distribution, especially to public companies, and the need for accountability. The document also covers how Congress is adapting its operations during the pandemic and looks ahead to future funding priorities, including food assistance and state support.

Which program received $310 billion in the relief package to help small businesses retain their employees?

• Economic Injury Disaster Loan

• Small Business Grant Initiative

• Employee Retention Credit

• Paycheck Protection Program

What concern did some members of Congress have regarding the Paycheck Protection Program?

• Unfair distribution of loans

• High interest rates on loans

• Complex application process

• Insufficient funds for large corporations

What did Michigan Senator Gary Peters request to better understand the allocation of funds?

• A public hearing

• A Government Accountability Office report

• A Senate investigation

• A media briefing

How did Congress adapt its voting process during the pandemic?

• By using online voting platforms

• By postponing all votes

• By voting in groups and wearing masks

• By enabling proxy voting

What will the fifth round of funding focus on, according to Democrats?

• Food assistance and election funding

• Military spending

• Healthcare expansion

• Infrastructure development