Today, I voted for the #AmericanRescuePlan because this $1.9T package is a critical lifeline for not only our residents in a form of a direct payment, but for our local governments, states, and school districts to ensure that our neighbors continue to get the services they need. 
One year ago today, Michigan’s Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the first cases of #COVID19 in the state. Since that day, the lives of Michiganders and residents in #13thDistrictStrong have been forever changed. detroitnews.com/story/news/pol…
Let me be clear, while this bill has many provisions that will help families across the United States, I am disappointed that the Senate sent us back a bill without a $15 minimum wage increase.
My residents sent a clear message with the election of President Biden and Vice President Harris that they wanted bold action on the issues they are facing. They do not want that progress to be hindered by a handful of senators and an unelected parliamentarian.
Moving forward, our residents cannot afford for Democrats to negotiate against themselves. We were sent here to work on behalf of and for the people – they deserve us doing everything we can to deliver for them. My full statement here: tlaib.house.gov/americanrescue….
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