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American, United Airlines cancel 27,000 furloughs after COVID-19 relief bill passes
according to ABC News."Since the start of the pandemic, lawmakers from both parties have recognized the essential work each of you undertakes, the critical infrastructure the American team provides to our country and the world, and the economic risks of a weakened U.S. airline industry," the American Airlines memo stated.As part of the relief bill, the airline industry will see $14 billion in worker support and an additional $1 billion for eligible contractors, as well as an extension of the Payroll Support Program.