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COVID-19 relief money
Who might get $1,400 stimulus checks with next COVID relief package?
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Nova Safo
Feb 9, 2021
The income threshold for stimulus checks remains the same at $75,000 per person and $150,000 per couple.
Arts venues welcome COVID grant program to get through 2021
Jan 22, 2021
Hard-hit venues such as concert halls and theaters are preparing to apply for $15 billion in grants included in the latest relief bill.
How are people spending their $600 checks?
Jan 13, 2021
The federal relief payments are going for things like tattoos and electricity bills, paying down debt and helping others.
The latest pandemic relief measure increases SNAP benefits
Jan 5, 2021
Advocates say the food assistance increase should help reduce food insecurity for households that qualify.
Will the relief package boost consumer spending in 2021?
Dec 31, 2020
Ultimately, this money is a bridge until the virus is under control.
Millions will get their relief payment via debit card. That's good ... and bad
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Justin Ho
Dec 30, 2020
Cards are usually cheaper than checks. Unless there's a dispute.
How Americans are likely to spend the second round of relief checks
Dec 29, 2020
Back in March, many people didn't spend all of their relief money right away. That may be more difficult this time around.
For public good, not for profit.
Trump's relief delay causes unemployment confusion
Dec 28, 2020
Two pandemic programs briefly expired. It could have meant billions in lost relief for one week — but it didn't.
Consumer confidence lackluster as the pandemic continues
Dec 23, 2020
Even with the rollout of vaccinations and federal action on a relief package, many consumers are wary about the future.
Will the latest stimulus last long enough?
Dec 22, 2020
The $900 billion in relief was a compromise that may not compensate for the prolonged economic hardship.