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Update on the Stimulus Bill (as of Wednesday afternoon)Created by Anna Gould (EDUCAUSE) on February 12, 2009
Over the past couple of weeks, details and funding levels have changed as the stimulus package made its way through Congress. But as of yesterday, the House and Senate had agreed on a somewhat scaled down package set at $798 billion. This compromise bill, however, must pass both houses before it is ready for President Obama's signature. Currently the bill is going through the House Rules Committee. Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) said he expects the House to have a final floor vote in the next couple of days, after which the Senate will need to complete its own vote. Important Funding Figures:
Policy Changes:
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