Statement from Congressman Steven Horsford on the FY 2021 Joint Budget Resolution
Statement
After House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer filed a FY 2021 Joint Budget Resolution to help Congress quickly pass much-needed COVID-19 relief, Congressman Steven Horsford released the following statement:
"The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated Nevada's economy, with too many families out-of-work or struggling. Our communities are counting on Congress to provide relief now," said Congressman Steven Horsford. "I commend President Biden's efforts to engage my Republican colleagues on a bipartisan COVID-19 package. As a member of the House Budget Committee, I am committed to keeping all our legislative options open to deliver immediate assistance to Nevada families, workers, and small businesses. We must crush this virus and work towards a full economic recovery for all."
This Joint Budget Resolution provides a key framework to quickly pass COVID-19 relief for families in need. The Resolution filed today includes instructions to provide:
Direct economic relief payments to families and individuals
Funding for vaccines, testing, public health programs, childcare, and safe return to in-person learning
Relief for small businesses, with additional grants that are specifically targeted to help job-creating entertainment venues in Nevada's 4th District and across the country
Hunger relief through the SNAP, WIC, and Pandemic-EBT programs
Expanded unemployment insurance with a $400/week federal enhancement through September 2021
Support for health care (including mental health and telehealth) programs to keep Nevada's veterans healthy and protected from COVID-19
Funding for health care, education, and social services in Native American communities
Support for grant programs to help low-income and minority communities, which have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19
Relief for rent and mortgage payments, as well as assistance for those who have lost their homes
Support for expanded production of PPE and medical supplies through the Defense Production Act
Investments in broadband and distance learning to close the digital divide and help students learn during this challenging time
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