Friend, State and local governments across the country are in trouble. Tax revenue is collapsing and now so too is their ability to pay for essential services and the salaries of frontline workers like police, firefighters, teachers and medical professionals. Many Americans are expecting Congress to pass a COVID-19 relief package that includes much needed aid for state and local governments. But now both chambers are in recess and a deal doesn’t appear close. They need to drop the red lines and get this bill over the finish line. Will you please sign this petition telling Congress they need to act now? Each side is drawing red lines. Some Republicans say they won’t pass a bill without COVID liability for businesses. Some Democrats say they won’t pass one without a full extension of expanded unemployment benefits. These differences are real but they are not insurmountable. Millions of families are counting on Congress to do their job. They are counting on them to drop the red lines and get this bill over the finish line. Please sign this petition to send this message loud and clear. |