These numbers are alarming. We are months into this pandemic, and the Trump administration has still failed to advance a national plan that keeps our families and communities safe. The House passed an updated Heroes Act to respond to this health crisis; the Senate must vote on it now.

Building an economic recovery that works for everyone starts with workforce development. In Congress, I’m focused on creating more registered apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, and opportunities for workers to re-skill—and making sure women and people of color can access these opportunities.