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$5 Billion Arkansas American Rescue Explained

KUAF | By Jacqueline Froelich
Published June 7, 2021 at 11:42 AM CDT
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Scott Hardin, Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration spokesperson, explains how American Rescue Plan is being deployed.
J. Froelich

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, signed into law by President Joe Biden in March, delivers $1.9 trillion to state and local governments, individuals, businesses, healthcare and educational institutions all impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Of Arkansas' $5 billion share, $1.57 billion is earmarked for state fiscal relief. 

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Jacqueline Froelich
Jacqueline Froelich is an investigative reporter and news producer for Ozarks at Large.
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