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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after the Phase III coronavirus relief package, the CARES Act (H.R. 748), was passed by voice vote in the U.S. House of Representatives earlier today and signed into law by President Trump hours later.

“The Phase III coronavirus relief package was far from perfect, but the American people and the economy need immediate help to address this unprecedented crisis,” said Babin. “This package contained many components that will stimulate our economy, provide resources for hospitals and health care workers, relief for small businesses and their employees, support for state and local governments, and help for American workers. It’s for this reason that I support its passage.

“I am relieved that Speaker Pelosi’s ploy to include many of her socialist wish list of Green New Deal policies failed earlier this week. It’s also important to note that this package did ❌not❌ include a pay raise for Members of Congress as has been inaccurately reported on Facebook and other media outlets.

“I have full confidence that President Trump and his Administration will use these funds responsibly and do what is necessary to protect the American people and defeat this pandemic while sustaining the viability of our economy and workforce until the threat of this virus has passed.

“In the meantime, I will continue to pray and fight to ensure the residents of Texas’s 36th Congressional District remain safe and have the resources they need to continue the battle against COVID-19. Together, we will win and America will rise stronger than ever before.”

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