McConnell Says Senate Will Delay Its Upcoming August Recess

The Senate's August recess has been delayed as negotiations continue over the Heels Act, a $1 trillion proposal by Senate Republicans. The act includes $1200 payments to Americans, funds for schools, and reduced unemployment benefits. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has not confirmed if the recess will be further postponed if no deal is reached. Democrats are working with the White House to negotiate terms.

What was the original plan for the US Senate's August recess?

• To reduce the recess to two weeks

• To hold a special session in another state

• To extend the session indefinitely

• To depart Washington DC for a month-long break

Who is working with the White House to negotiate a deal following the introduction of the Heels Act?

• State Governors

• Independent Senators

• Senate Republicans

• Top Democrats

What is the total value of the Heels Act proposed by Senate Republicans?

• $500 billion

• $1 trillion

• $2 trillion

• $750 billion

What change does the Heels Act propose for emergency unemployment benefits?

• Maintain at $600 a week

• Reduce from $600 to $200 a week

• Increase from $600 to $800 a week

• Eliminate the benefits entirely

What condition must states meet to take over funding unemployment benefits according to the Heels Act?

• Provide a flat rate of $300 a week

• Provide 100% of prior income

• Provide 70% of a jobless individual's prior income

• Provide 50% of prior income