Hard hit by the pandemic, the city of Paterson, N.J. is slated to receive $63.7 million from the American Rescue Plan.
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– Hard hit by the pandemic, the city of Paterson, New Jersey is slated to receive $63.7 million from the American Rescue Plan. Congressman Bill Pascrell says the historic relief package is one of the most important pieces of legislation he’s ever voted on.
BILL PASCRELL: Because of the American Rescue Plan, we can fill budget gaps that would have set us back a generation. This is money that will ensure our city can keep services going that we rely on every single day.
The American Rescue Plan provides 97.3 million to Passaic County. Schools in Paterson will receive $159 million. The funds will also provide assistance to residents and small businesses across New Jersey.