Joe Biden $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Plan

Susan Walsh/AP Biden unveiled his $1.9 trillion stimulus plan on Thursday. It contained a $1,400 boost to stimulus checks, robust state and local aid, as well as vaccine distribution funds. The plan underscores Biden's intent to aggressively shore up a deteriorating economy and address the devastation wrought by the pandemic. Biden's proposal includes: A $1,400 top-up for stimulus checks which will bring the total distributed amount to $2,000. $130 billion in funds to reopen schools. $350 billion in state and local assistance.