Author Bio A Fool since 2019, Prosper's writing focuses primarily on the healthcare sector. Passionate about teaching and learning, he enjoys helping others make better decisions about their finances -- and enjoys it just as much when they return the favor. In his free time, you'll find him curling up with a good book or doing math. The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the world economy. Over the past year, millions of people have lost their jobs, making it difficult to make ends meet amid a historic public health crisis. But for eligible U.S. residents, some help is on the way. After months of debating, Congress passed an economic relief bill on Dec. 21, which President Trump signed into law on Dec. 27.