On the recordMarch 4, 2021
This is a huge bill for America. This is so essential, not only does it have the unemployment, it has the direct payment to individuals with this $1,400 and the previous $600.
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Merkley highlights the importance of the COVID relief bill and its benefits for Americans.
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