Friday, March 5, 2021

Summary of Senate's significant additions to the American Recovery Plan from DPE

 The attached one pager lays out the significant additions that Senate Democrats are making to the American Recovery Plan. Notably for creative professionals, in addition to the 100 percent COBRA subsidy, the bill will now include $175 million in emergency funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.  The expectation is that the House will ultimately approve the final Senate version next week. Best, Michael  Michael Wasser Assistant to the President/Legislative Director  Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (click below to enlarge)