These Main street businesses were excluded from the original paycheck protection program even though they were among some of the hardest hit small businesses. Event venues were the first to close when COVID 19 hit and they're likely to be the last to open once it's gone. This funding will help them stay afloat until that long awaited day finally arrives. So I want to thank Senator Klobuchar, who's been my partner in this bipartisan effort, as … (14:53–15:01)
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Asserts that event venues were the first to close due to COVID-19 and will likely be the last to reopen.
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