Senate approves $2 trillion COVID-19 stimulus bill

WASHINGTON - After an agreement was reached between the White House and Senate leaders, a $2 trillion rescue bill was approved late Wednesday evening. The stimulus bill includes $300 billion in direct payments to Americans. Every individual making less than $75,000 a year will receive a one-time $1200 check. For couples, that amount is $2400. Parents will receive an additional $500 per child."They're [IRS] is going to direct deposit that money into people's bank accounts," La. Sen. Joh