What was the first stimulus package?

The first stimulus package in the United States in response to the COVID-19 pandemic was the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, enacted on March 27, 2020. This $2.2 trillion package aimed to provide immediate economic relief to individuals, businesses, and healthcare providers affected by the pandemic. Key provisions included direct cash payments to individuals, expanded unemployment benefits, and loans for small businesses. The CARES Act marked a significant federal response to the economic fallout from the pandemic.