MI HR0248

Urges the United States Senate to pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Acknowledges the global spread of COVID-19 across 146+ countries with at least 164,837 confirmed cases and 6,470 deaths worldwide as of resolution date.

Cites economic devastation from the coronavirus outbreak, including reduced consumer spending and significant financial market turmoil caused by social distancing measures.

Notes the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed H.R. 6201 to provide paid sick leave, tax credits for small and medium-sized businesses, and free coronavirus testing.

Directs transmission of the resolution to the President of the United States Senate and Michigan's congressional delegation.