April 7, 2020 — Issue Brief

As a result of the $2.2 trillion CARES Act, the federal government will issue stimulus checks to
millions of income-qualified Americans. The purpose of the checks is to help people cover food,
utilities, rent, medicine, and other basic necessities at a time when many have been told to stay
home and have lost income. Garnishment of these funds represents a threat to public health.

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