Political Quotes

“I thank the gentlewoman for yielding me the time. Mr. Speaker, the Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis has been working to ensure that our response to this pandemic is effective, efficient, and equitable. The Heroes Act will make this outcome possible. The Select Committee has heard from public health experts that testing, tracing, and targeted containment are needed to safely reopen. This bill includes $75 billion for these public health measures. We heard from essential workers risking their lives, doing their jobs during this pandemic. Mayors of both political parties told us significant Federal assistance is needed to prevent sharp cuts to jobs and vital services. This bill includes $436 billion for State, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to support our heroes and those they serve. It protects workers by directing OSHA to issue an effective infection control standard. The Select Committee's investigations have found that PPP and other relief programs need to be improved to reach the most vulnerable businesses. The Heroes Act sets aside funds for the smallest businesses, struggling non-profits, and second loans to the businesses that have suffered the most. The bill would assist restaurants and airport concessionaires who have been especially hard hit. Educators and public health experts advised us how to safely reopen schools. This legislation provides robust funding to enable schools to educate students while minimizing health risks. Mr.…”