Legislative framework proposed by President Biden in 2020-2021.

Goals:

Economic recovery from the pandemic

Addressing climate change

Expanding social safety nets

Key components:

American Rescue Plan Act (passed): $1.9 trillion stimulus package

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (passed):* Investments in roads, bridges, public transit, etc.

Build Back Better Act (failed): Ambitious social spending plan, including:

Universal preschool

Child care subsidies

Expanded health care access

Climate change initiatives

Challenges:

Opposition from Republicans and some Democrats

Concerns about cost and scope

Outcome:

Some components passed as separate legislation

Build Back Better Act ultimately stalled in Congress