WASHINGTON – Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (D, NY-18) voted in favor of the bipartisan COVID-19 relief bill that was adopted by both houses of Congress this week and will provide critically-needed relief for New York families, health care providers, farmers, and small businesses.
“As the roll-out of the vaccine begins nationwide, it is crucial our health care systems are supported and prepared to distribute the vaccine quickly. With jobless claims rising and the eviction moratorium set to expire, delivering relief to Americans in-need is a must,” he said.
“Under this bipartisan bill, our health care providers will receive billions so they can continue the fight against this virus, our schools will get assistance so they can safely reopen, our farmers and those who are food insecure will receive targeted help, and our transit systems – like Metro-North – will be supported. Hudson Valley families and individuals will also receive targeted help, with another round of direct cash payments totaling $2,400 for a family of four, expanded unemployment benefits, and rental assistance for those facing homelessness,” Maloney said.
