WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Rick Scott released the below statement following Senate Democrats’ decision to block the COVID-19 relief package, which provides targeted support to individuals and businesses struggling because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Senator Rick Scott said, “Senate Republicans have been focused on getting help to individuals and small businesses that are struggling. We can accomplish this goal without bankrupting our country. The package negotiated and supported by Senate Republicans does just that. I worked hard to make sure the bill gets help to those who need it, while maintaining a fiscally responsible path. In particular, the bill repurposes hundreds of billions of dollars of unspent money from the CARES Act and makes sure we don’t use Florida taxpayer dollars to bail out fiscally irresponsible states like New York, California and Illinois.

“Unfortunately, Senate Democrats blocked even consideration of this bill. Their strategy is clear. They believe that passing nothing benefits them politically and they’re determined to stop any relief from moving forward. It’s shameful, but what we’ve come to expect from Senator Schumer and Speaker Pelosi.”

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