Democrat Schumer says $30 billion needed in federal funds to distribute Covid vaccine

Schumer said that New York state alone would need “hundreds of millions” for distribution and education work around the distribution of the vaccine.

Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer said on Sunday that $30 billion in federal funds was needed to distribute the Covid-19 vaccine as legislative negotiations over an economic relief bill remain stalled.

US Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer during a press conference. (Reuters/ File photo)

Schumer, a Democrat, said that New York state alone would need “hundreds of millions” for distribution and education work around the distribution of the vaccine.

“This should be a moment of clarity for everyone,” Schumer, who represents New York, told reporters in a brief press conference. “This is a huge crisis and we need big relief.”