House Democrats unveiled legislation late Wednesday that calls for paid leave, free testing and provide funding to states that they say will help address economic hardships faced by Americans as the country grapples with the coronavirus. TRUMP ADDRESSES NATIONThe 124-page bill will be considered in the House sometime Thursday. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said the legislation would result in “billions” of dollars being dispensed by the federal government, Reuters reported. They said Trump failed to address the lack of coronavirus testing kits. Democrats say the new legislation will expand on food assistance, protect frontline health workers and provide new funding for states.

Source: Fox News March 12, 2020 06:11 UTC