Judy Chu: “Every day, constituents in my district are asking when the $1,400 survival checks are coming and when they can get help…”

“Every day, constituents in my district are asking when the $1,400 survival checks are coming and when they can get help with their rent so that they don't become homeless. They are suffering, and they need help now. Mr. Speaker, the American Rescue Plan is a real plan to crush the virus by speeding vaccine distribution and increasing access to healthcare. This will not only mean safer families but also safer classrooms for teachers and students. It means a continuation of $300- a-week checks in unemployment insurance, and it supports our businesses so they don't close. Mr. Speaker, with over half a million dead, we need a way to end this crisis and help our people. That is exactly what today's bill will do. I strongly urge a ``yes'' vote.”