WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman James Comer (KY-1) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to express his support for the stimulus package under discussion. He noted that while not perfect, the bill helps Americans affected by the coronavirus by putting money into the pockets of workers and families and supporting small businesses.

Full remarks:

“My message to the American people affected by the coronavirus is simple: help is on the way.

This is not a perfect bill, and I am concerned about the 2 trillion-dollar price tag. But the American people need help, and this response to the present crisis will put money into the pockets of struggling workers and families. This response provides help for the small business owners who are the lifeblood of our economy.

And we are responding to rising healthcare needs with more supplies and financial aid for our struggling hospitals. I will cast a yes vote for this package in support of the medical personnel on the frontlines of this current crisis.

That includes heroes like the more than 200 medical personnel from the Fort Campbell military base in my district, who are in New York to provide medical support.

I support this bill to help repair the damage caused by the coronavirus to our workers and small businesses. But any additional relief measures must focus on assisting main street businesses and working Americans.”