Pelosi pushing for swift passage of coronavirus bill despite Republican concerns
WASHINGTON – House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she won't delay legislation aimed at helping Americans get through the coronavirus despite Republican concerns about certain aspects of the bill that's scheduled to come to the House floor Thursday.
Pelosi said she's working with the White House to iron out differences on a bill that would provide millions with access to free tests, expand paid sick leave and provide food assistance to needy families.
"We are addressing the realities of family life in America, putting families first," she told reporters during a Capitol Hill news conference Thursday morning. "We don't need 48 hours (to address all concerns). We just need to make a decision to help families right now."
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act is being brought to the floor less than 24 hours after Democratic leaders unveiled the legislation, a stunningly swift turnaround that indicates Congress' alarm about an emergency that has so far claimed 38 lives in the U.S., roiled the stock market, prompted a ban on travel from Europe and forced the suspension of the NBA season.
Republicans have raised concerns about the legislation.
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"Suddenly, you have concerns?" 