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This batch also includes 460,000 additional ongoing supplemental payments for people who earlier this year received payments based on their 2019 tax returns but are eligible for a new or larger payment based on their recently processed 2020 tax returns. — PolitiTweet.org

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In this batch, more than 500,000 payments, with a value of over $1 billion, went to eligible individuals for whom the IRS previously did not have information to issue an Economic Impact Payment but who recently filed a tax return. — PolitiTweet.org

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Each Wednesday we provide updates from @IRSnews & @FiscalService on the continued rollout of Economic Impact Payments from the #AmericanRescuePlan This week, almost 1 million additional payments were sent to American families, bringing the total to nearly 165 million payments! — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @TreasuryDepSec: And it’s clear that this aid is needed -- over 500 cities and states have already applied for funding. These Fiscal Re… — PolitiTweet.org

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Applications for the State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds have been open for less than 24 hours, and we’ve already started processing 500+ submissions. We’re working to get needed aid to local governments quickly. Find more info here: https://t.co/eHsv9KxiV2 — PolitiTweet.org

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Curious about the amount of funding the State & Local Fiscal Recovery Fund allocates for your county? Scroll through the list here: https://t.co/knod632icF — PolitiTweet.org

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Treasury continues to work with @WhiteHouse and @HUDgov to implement these family-focused policies. Read more about these 9 provisions in our Emergency Rental Assistance FACT SHEET: https://t.co/lyegdDRwmu — PolitiTweet.org

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8. Prohibit ERA2 programs from denying assistance to eligible residents solely because they live in federally assisted housing. 9. Require programs to document their prioritization of assistance to the renters most in need. — PolitiTweet.org

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6. Prohibit grantees from establishing documentation requirements that would reduce participation. 7. Reduce burdensome documentation by allowing programs to verify eligibility of low-income renters based on readily available information or “proxies.” — PolitiTweet.org

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3. Cut in half the wait for assistance offered to renters when landlords do not participate. 4. Encourage financial assistance to support renters finding new housing. 5. Protect renters from eviction while payments are being made on their behalf. — PolitiTweet.org

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The Emergency Rental Assistance provisions: 1. Require -- FOR THE FIRST TIME -- programs to offer assistance directly to renters if landlords chose not to participate. 2. Allow -- FOR THE FIRST TIME -- offers of assistance directly to renters first. — PolitiTweet.org

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COVID-19 has made worse an affordable housing crisis that predated the pandemic & deepened disparities that hurt families & our economy. ICYMI: Enhancements to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program were announced on Friday, including 9 policies to keep families in their homes: — PolitiTweet.org

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Improving economic opportunities for women strengthens the entire economy. #BuildBackBetter — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @HouseDemWomen: Thank you @SecYellen for joining us today to discuss the need for care infrastructure, an inclusive workforce, and impro… — PolitiTweet.org

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Check out our Quick Reference Guide to see examples of the ways state, local, territorial, and Tribal gov'ts can use newly announced Fiscal Recovery Funds: https://t.co/ldj8hSJz8x https://t.co/Xb5kmQ9vFQ — PolitiTweet.org

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Find updated information, guidance, applications for governments, and more at our website: https://t.co/eHsv9KxiV2 — PolitiTweet.org

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Recipients can use funds to: ✅Support public health ✅Address negative economic impacts caused by the public health crisis ✅Aid communities & populations hardest hit by the crisis ✅Provide premium pay for essential workers ✅Invest in water, sewer, & broadband infrastructure — PolitiTweet.org

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Eligible governments will be able to access funding directly from the Treasury Dept. in the coming days to assist communities as they recover from the pandemic. Fiscal Recovery Funds guidance provides substantial flexibility for governments to meet local needs. — PolitiTweet.org

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The pandemic has put strain on local gov'ts, forcing many to make choices between laying off educators, firefighters, & frontline workers or failing to provide services that communities rely on. Since the beginning of this crisis, state & local gov'ts have cut over 1 million jobs — PolitiTweet.org

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We're also releasing details on the ways funds can be used to respond to acute pandemic-response needs, fill revenue shortfalls among governments, and support the communities and populations hardest-hit by the COVID-19 crisis. — PolitiTweet.org

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NEW: Treasury announcing launch of the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, established by the American Rescue Plan, to provide $350 billion in emergency funding for state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments. Read all about it: https://t.co/XD3vQ2WIPz — PolitiTweet.org

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Today, @SecYellen joins @PressSec in the daily briefing. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @WhiteHouse: Live: President Biden discusses the April jobs report. https://t.co/rJ6vvSybX7 — PolitiTweet.org

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These latest resources and guidance represent an all-of-government approach that leverages authorities and agencies across the entire Administration, including Treasury, @HUDgov, and the @WhiteHouse American Rescue Plan Implementation Team. — PolitiTweet.org

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This infusion of additional support will benefit both renters and landlords and make sure states and localities that have moved quickly to address housing affordability challenges wrought by the public health emergency will continue to have the resources they need. — PolitiTweet.org

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COVID-19 exacerbated an affordable housing crisis that predated the pandemic & deep disparities that threaten the strength of an economic recovery that must work for everyone. The ERAP makes funding available to assist households that are unable to pay rent or utilities. — PolitiTweet.org

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Even as the American economy continues its recovery from the devastating impact of the pandemic, millions of Americans face deep rental debt and fear evictions and the loss of basic housing security. — PolitiTweet.org

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NEW: Announcement of additional $21.6 billion in Emergency Rental Assistance Program allocation. Includes strengthened guidance to expedite resources & prevent evictions due to the affordable housing challenges made worse by COVID-19. Read more: https://t.co/VM5WaL95bU — PolitiTweet.org

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Happy Public Service Recognition Week! In honor of the public servants at the Treasury Dept, @SecYellen will give a statement to the @IRSnews Service Awards today. Watch now! https://t.co/CNGVw6oJSf — PolitiTweet.org

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Find information about the new Quarterly Refunding Statement today on our website: https://t.co/OuuJb9DAf0 — PolitiTweet.org