Dear John,

We are SO close. The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the Build Back Better Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework within days, or even hours.

This historic plan, if passed, will be one of the boldest and largest investments in women, caregivers, and families in generations. It will change millions of lives—and specifically help Black, brown, and immigrant women and families, who have suffered the most during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The current version of the Build Back Better legislation includes life-changing investments in child care, universal pre-kindergarten, home care, the child tax credit, and housing. It‘s a HUGE deal. And because of advocates, families, and caregivers who shared their stories and refused to give up, the legislation also includes paid family and medical leave. But the bill doesn’t include everything women and families need to recover, and it isn’t the end of the fight. Instead, we must urge Congress to pass Build Back Better AND continue to advocate for the relief and investments our communities and families deserve.

Quick, before they vote, tell your representative to pass Build Back Better and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework together this week.

In solidarity,

Anna Chu
she/her/hers
Vice President, Strategy and Policy
National Women’s Law Center