The CARES Act obligates an unprecedented amount of federal money, directed at broad swathes of the entire [[economy]], and grants the [[Secretary of the Treasury]] and the various government agencies responsible for implementing it vast discretion. The bill, along with its worker protections and accounting provisions to guard against corporate fraud and abuses, was first introduced by [[Republican]] Majority Leader [[Mitch McConnell]].<ref>https://news.yahoo.com/next-trumps-1t-plan-stabilize-045132929.html</ref> Democrats initially voted against relief for the American people straining under a national emergency and shutdown due to the [[Wuhan coronavirus]], but after money for museums and the arts and other Democrat pet projects were added, the bill passed both houses of Congress unanimously under [[President Trump]]'s urging.
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Every individual in America will receive $1,200 if they make $75,000 or less.<ref>https://fox8.com/news/coronavirus/mcconnells-1t-coronavirus-relief-plan-proposes-payments-of-1200-per-person/</ref> It would be $2,400 for a married couple. In addition to that there's $500 for every minor child. Average family of four will receive $3400. If they make between $75,000 and $99,000 they'll get less, and at $99,000 it phases out for an individual. Double that for a married couple.<ref>https://news.yahoo.com/next-trumps-1t-plan-stabilize-045132929.html</ref>
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Freelancers, 1099 workers, and gig workers also included. Anyone with a social security number who was not dependent on someone else is eligible. Those receiving a social security retirement benefit, a social security disability benefit , or Supplemental Security income will receive a payment. These are going to be made by the IRS with direct deposit. Enhanced [[unemployment]] benefits are also available. Average worker will receive 100% of their regular salary up to four months. No garnishments, accrued interest, or payments on student loans as of now through September 30, 2020.<ref>https://www.campusreform.org/?ID=14608</ref>