When the Coronavirus pandemic hit America’s shores, it struck a devastating
blow to our economy. Businesses had to shudder or scale down their operati

Cornyn’s Support of the CARES Act Keeps Texas “In Business”

When the Coronavirus pandemic hit America’s shores, it struck a devastating
blow to our economy. Businesses had to shudder or scale down their operations,
and millions across the country faced a near impossible task of making ends
meet despite reduced wages or job losses. 

 

In such extraordinary and unknown times, Senator Cornyn knew Congress had to
act and provide a bridge of relief, ensuring Texans kept a roof over their
heads and food on their table.The senator’s support of the CARES Act did just
that. 

 

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), in particular, was a critical lifeline
-- providing forgivable loans to businesses that retained or rehired their
employees. Resources were also allocated for local governments, law
enforcement, community hospitals, airports and more. It wasn’t perfect and
tweaks were subsequently made to ensure assistance was delivered as intended,
but, ultimately, it kept Texas “in business.”




Here is a snapshot of how Senator Cornyn delivered the CARES Act to Texas:

Cornyn: $10M Federal Grant Awarded To City Of Amarillo To Improve Transit
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ABC (Amarillo)

 

Wichita Falls area Public Housing to receive $852,000 in COVID-19 relief funds
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KFDX/KJTL (Wichita Falls)




Cornyn: Central Texas public housing to receive $1.1M in COVID-19 relief funds
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 FOX (Waco, Temple, Killeen)




Senator Cornyn Joins Coronavirus Call With Victoria Business Leaders
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ABC (Victoria)

 

Wichita Falls airports to receive over a $1 million in federal funding
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KFDX/KJTL (Wichita Falls)

 

Texas colleges receive $84M in coronavirus support
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NBC (Austin)




Sen. John Cornyn says eligible Texans should receive stimulus checks by
mid-April
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Community Impact

 

Senator Cornyn Hosts COVID-19 Call With Rio Grande Valley Partnership Members
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KVEO (Harlingen-Weslaco-McAllen)

 

Marshall Receives Grant Money To Assist With Virus Repercussions
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Marshall News Messenger 

 

Senator John Cornyn Announces Federal Grants To The Cities Of College Station
And Bryan
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WTAW (Bryan-College Station)

 

Trump Signs Coronavirus Stimulus Bill With Billions In Relief For Texas
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Houston Chronicle


Friday’s report of 4.8 million new jobs
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month job gain in U.S. history) and falling unemployment is incredible. In the
months ahead, we should expect our economy to regrow with some fits-and-starts.
We are all adapting to the reality that we must live in a world where
Coronavirus exists, and do our part to stay safe and be responsible. 

The CARES Act designated:

 

* $377 billion to help small businesses continue to pay their employees
* Immediate cash flow to individuals who – through no fault of their own –
were unable to work and earn a paycheck
* A family of four making less than $150,000 could receive up to $3,400 to
help pay bills and put food on the table
* Unemployment benefits to Texans who are self-employed or independent
contractors
* Unemployment benefits will be increased $600 more per week through July 31,
2020
* Paid family leave for 12 weeks for those who fell ill or cared for someone
who was ill
* Deferred repayment of student loans for up to six months without garnering
penalties
* Vital industries like airlines, hotels and hospitality would be eligible
for loans to carry them through this time without letting down the thousands of
Texans who work for them, and the millions who will again rely on them for
entertainment and travel
This bill will also send money to state and local governments to strengthen
their community’s response efforts, including $850 million directly to law
enforcement officers for personal protective equipment and overtime. More than
$100 billion also went to support other heroes on the front lines: our
community hospitals (especially rural hospitals), telehealth providers, and
health care workers.

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