By the Associated Press and KFDI News:
The Senate has passed an $8.3 billion measure to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak in hopes of reassuring a fearful public and accelerating the government’s response.
The money would pay for a multifaceted attack on a virus that is spreading more widely every day, sending financial markets spiraling, disrupting travel and potentially threatening the U.S. economy’s decade-long expansion.
Thursday’s sweeping vote sends the bill to the White House for President Donald Trump’s signature. The plan would more than triple the $2.5 billion amount outlined by the White House 10 days ago.
Kansas senator Jerry Moran says $6 million will go to the state of Kansas to boost efforts to protect against the coronavirus. Moran said he has been talking with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. He has also talked with Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy to learn more about steps being taken to protect soldiers at the Fort Riley Army base in Kansas.
