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Families First Coronavirus Response Act (P.L. 116-127).

Type of law
Legislation
Source

Abstract
This Act addresses the consequences of the coronavirus outbreak, and introduces a package of measures including paid sick leave, insurance coverage of coronavirus testing, nutrition assistance, and unemployment benefits. The Act provides additional funds for, amongst others, the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children” (WIC). Children who would normally receive free or reduced price school meals under the National School Lunch Act at the school, will receive assistance pursuant to a state agency plan approved by the Secretary of Agriculture. The Secretary of Agriculture may purchase commodities for emergency distribution in any area of the U.S. during a public health emergency designation.
Long title of text
An Act making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes.
Date of text
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No