Information on the Federal Economic Relief Package

On Friday, March 27, President Donald Trump signed into law a $2 trillion economic stimulus package known as the CARES Act to provide relief to residents and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis. Below, please find a frequently asked questions resource that aims to provide clarity on how you or your business may benefit from this bill.

For outstanding questions, please contact the district offices of Congresswoman Katherine Clark and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. All district staff are fielding constituent inquiries.

• District Office of Congresswoman Katherine Clark: (617) 354-0292
  • Email form is available here.
• District Office of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley: Phone (617) 850-0040
  • Email form is available here.

The New York Times and The Washington Posts have substantial Q&A’s that provide in-depth information on the details of the bill. Paywalls have been removed for both pieces to increase access for readers.

• The New York Times, “F.A.Q. on Stimulus Checks, Unemployment and the Coronavirus Plan”
• The Washington Post, “Here’s how to get a small business loan under the $349 billion coronavirus aid bill”