On the recordMarch 25, 2020
for over 200 years, the American people have shown resilience in the face of great challenges. From civil wars, international conflicts, and--yes--pandemics, we have faced these challenges united and with resolve. Like the challenges of the past, the novel coronavirus pandemic is a crisis that, together, we can and we will overcome. As the cases of COVID-19 increase each day, my top priority is protecting the health and the safety of Michiganders and people all across this Nation. There is no doubt we are facing an unprecedented public health emergency and an economic crisis at the same time. Families in my State of Michigan--and Americans all across this country--are worried about their health and their safety and whether they are going to be able to make ends meet during this emergency. We must act quickly to provide relief for struggling families and small businesses and healthcare providers. And even as we move with the urgency that this difficult time demands, we must ensure that this bill is done right and that we are getting the right help to the people who need it the most. We must act aggressively, and now we must do everything to provide relief to workers and families in Michigan and across the country. Americans are facing an unprecedented personal, health, and financial challenge.…





