House Democrats are being criticized for attempting to include funding in the emergency coronavirus relief bill for items not related to the virus, including $35 million for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.

“For an additional amount for ‘Operations and Maintenance,’ $35,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2021, for operations and maintenance requirements related to the consequences of coronavirus: Provided, That notwithstanding the provisions of 20 U.S.C. 76th et seq., funds provided in this Act shall be made available to cover operating expenses required to ensure the continuity of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and its affiliates, including for employee compensation and benefits, grants, contracts, payments for rent or utilities, fees for artists or performers, information technology and other administrative expenses,” the House bill reads, according to Fox News.