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It has been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold of the United States, eventually prompting the federal government to send out three stimulus checks. Since President Donald Trump began his ...

The HEROES Act proposes new stimulus checks and monthly payments. We break down what's happening and how it impacts you.

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