The richest country in the world is facing a looming humanitarian crisis. Hunger looms large in the land, Mr. Speaker. This bill provides a $14 billion solution with a humanitarian response to feed the hungry. Homelessness looms large. Evictions are afoot. This bill provides $100 billion to keep people in their homes. This humanitarian crisis necessitates a humanitarian response. This bill provides that response.
On the recordMay 15, 2020
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