These boosts will put more money in people's pockets regardless of what Congress does
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Tens of millions of people will see more money in their pockets thanks to increases in Social Security benefits, minimum wage and food stamps.
The legislation seeks to upgrade the nation's social safety net by extending several coronavirus relief programs and by creating new support systems, such as universal pre-K and health coverage for certain low-income adults. What measures will make it out of the Senate remains to be seen, however.
As lawmakers argue, Americans are struggling with skyrocketing inflation that is pushing up the price of food, gas, cars and other items. Major supply chain disruptions aren't helping, forcing consumers to pay more for some hard-to-find goods.
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