WASHINGTON – The White House said Thursday that direct payments of $ 1,400 for most Americans funded by the American Rescue Plan will begin appearing in bank accounts as early as this weekend.

Press Secretary Jen Psaki said the government will make the first direct deposits this weekend. According to her, payments will continue over the coming weeks.

President Joe Biden on Thursday signed the $ 1.9 trillion U.S. bailout plan at the Oval Office.

In addition to direct payments of $ 1,400 to individuals, the plan includes money to help distribute coronavirus vaccines, provide assistance to landlords and tenants, help reopen schools, provide assistance to state and local governments, and expand children’s tax credit. , among other features.

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