In the News – December 16
By The Policy Circle Team
The Latest News The Policy Circle Team is Reading
We’ve gathered articles, videos, and analysis to dive-deeper into timely topics about the policy issues and opportunities that impact us all. Explore below and if you have additional news you think we should share, send us an email.
One Week
The U.S. House is making “significant progress” on a $900 billion Coronavirus stimulus package and could close as early as today. The bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Bill’s main provisions are; unemployment insurance, emergency food assistance, emergency rental assistance, small business loans, and student loan forbearance.
How to take action:
- Support local businesses in your area
- Read the Economic Growth Brief
- Start a conversation with your circle or network.
- Contact your local lawmakers.
What you Need to Know as the First COVID-19 Vaccine Heads Your Way
Educate yourself on Healthcare reform so you can be prepared for when the vaccine is available to you.
Nearly 8 million Americans have fallen into poverty since summer.
Read more about poverty in America in the Policy Circle Brief.
The antitrust case against Facebook: Here’s what you need to know
Learn about the digital landscape and the government’s role in the Policy Circle Brief.
COVID-19 and Resulting School Closures Could Set Back Women’s Workforce Gains for Years to Come
Learn about Education Reform in our Policy Circle Brief.
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