The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was passed by Congress on February 13th, 2009, and  signed into law by President Obama on February 17th, 2009.

Our country is facing unprecedented economic challenges.  To respond to this crisis,the American Recovery and Reinvesment Act will:

• Create and save 3.5 million jobs, rebuilding America, making us more globally competitive and energy independent, and transforming our economy.
• Give about 95 percent of American workers an immediate tax cut.
• Invest in roads, bridges, mass transit, energy efficient buildings, flood control, clean water projects, and other infrastructure projects.
• Restore science and innovation as the keys to new American-made technology, preventing and treating disease, and tackling urgent national challenges like climate change and dependence on foreign oil.
• Invest quickly into the economy.
• Provide the tools to help our country achieve long-term economic growth and prosperity in the 21st century

We're in the process of updating our map below to keep you up to date on the latest recovery news. Check back later for updates.

To help constituents, local officials, and local businesses take advantage of the many provisions in this legislation, the Office of Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson provides a guide to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.  You can download the guide by clicking below.

Download Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson's
Guide to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

(updated  6.12.09)