This morning we got the stimulus check came into our bank account. It was full amount of $2,900, $1,200 for 2 adults and $500 for 1 child. Some of my local friends and my husband’s coworkers also received it in their bank account.
I think America has been doing great to support the citizens in this emergency situation.
As for the stimulus check, the American government has set the clear rule on the qualification of receivers and the amount. Rich people who make more than $75,000 receive the reduced amount from the full amount of $1,200. Since the qualification is made by IRS, based on the previous two years’ tax return, many Americans do not need to apply for it. The check is automatically deposited to their bank account.
As for the meals for children during school closure, each state has different rules to support them. In my state, all the children aged 0 to 18 can receive the free meal packet of breakfast and lunch. The system had launched right away, without missing any day. Those two new policies are helpful for citizens.
On the other hand, as far as I read the Japanese news, the Japanese government has been taking their time to set the new policies and rules. Even though they have set the rule of the stimulus check, it is so complicated and confusing that many people don’t know who is qualified to receive on how much. The Japanese people who want to receive the stimulus check need to apply for it. I am sure my dad won’t apply for it, because he cannot walk around nor see the application form. Many elders who are having an inconvenient life won’t be able to apply for it neither. I don’t think their way is fair to all the citizens.
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