Democrats will likely be able to pass the bill through the House, but it faces insurmountable odds in the Senate if President Donald Trump opposes it. There were last-ditch efforts to change the bill, as Pelosi spoke with Mnuchin Thursday morning, in an attempt to negotiate tweaks the legislation before it hits the floor. Republicans could drop their opposition if the bill changes, or Trump signals his support.
The legislation, as it stands now, includes provisions for free testing for coronavirus, bolstering of unemployment insurance, paid medical leave for those out of work due to the disease and additional money to ensure children continue to get subsidized lunches if schools close.
At the same time, senior White House sources said that President Donald Trump was preparing Thursday to declare a disaster under the Stafford Act, which would free up federal funds to help cities, states and municipalities deal with the fallout from the deadly virus. White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow told Republicans on a conference call that declaration could come Thursday.
Source: politico.com
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