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| https://tlaib.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-tlaib-jayapal-ocasio-cortez-omar-pressley-introduce-legislation-provide-2k | Reps. Tlaib, Jayapal, Ocasio-Cortez, Omar, & Pressley Introduce Legislation to Provide $2k Survival Checks | 2020-12-24 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | House | MI | Rashida Tlaib | T000481 | tlaib.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib (MI-13), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Ilhan Omar (MN-05), and Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) introduced legislation to provide survival payments of up to $2,000 to families sufferingdue tothe COVID-19pandemicand thewoefully inadequaterelief provided to them so far.For months, the congresswomen have been at the forefront of pushing for substantial direct relief for families during the worst public health emergency in our lifetimes. This holiday season, families arebeing forced to make incredibly difficult decisions, such as whether they should keep their lights on or buy groceries,said Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib.They are suffering to no fault of their own. We must protect public health and the economic well-being of those we serve. Providing $2,000 survival checks would give those struggling right now a lifeline as we continue to fight to defeat COVID-19. It's time for Trump to stop bluffing and get the members of his party in lineso that the government can provide thislong overdue relief topeople across the country during this time of great need. While President Trump has indicated support for the $2k direct payments, it is highly doubtful he has done anything to encourage congressional Republicans to support the effort. This morning on Christmas Eve, House Republicans blocked an attempt to provide survival checks. Families in my district and all across the country are struggling under the weight of this unprecedented crisis,saidCongresswoman Ayanna Pressley. We've been fighting all along for robust survival checks to help people meet their most basic needs, and the broad support that has emerged is a testament to the power of the people and the urgency of this moment. $2,000 in direct cash assistance will help families weather the crisis while we continue fighting for additional relief that meets the scale and scope of the hurt so many are feeling. Let's get it done. It's long overdue that Congress approves COVID-19 relief that actually meets the scale of this devastating crisis,said Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.At the heart of any aid proposal must be putting money directly in people's pockets so they can put food on the table, keep the heat on, pay their bills and withstand this pandemic. Our legislation for $2,000 survival checks will make it happen at a moment when it matters most. The text of the bill can be viewedhere. The House is expected to conveneon Monday, December 28thto take action on showing up for the constituents they serve. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |