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Secretary Timothy F. Geithner Written Testimony House Committee on Financial Services

Special Master Issues 2010 Rulings for Top 25 Executives and Look Back Letter

from U.S. Treasury - Press Releases - All
March 23, 2010
TG-604


Deputy Secretary Wolin before the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on ?The Urgency of Financial Reform

from U.S. Treasury - Press Releases - All
March 24, 2010
TG-606


LeaderHoyer: #HCR is law. What benefits happen immediately? In 90 days? In 6 months? In 9 months? http://go.usa.gov/i3d
Twitter / WaysMeansCmte
WaysMeansCmte: House Approves Small Business and Infrastructure Job Creation Bill - http://go.usa.gov/ic0
Twitter / UN_News_Centre
senatus: Kerry and Lugar head to W.H. for rescheduled sit-down to discuss START treaty. (via @politico44)
senatus: Lieberman will vote for reconciliation bill: http://bit.ly/bLfTC5 (via @MPOTheHill)
senatus: Bill Nelson on reconciliation: "Therefore, despite its flaws, I will vote to pass this legislation."
senatus: Harkin: public option could make a comeback - in 2nd reconciliation bill. http://bit.ly/9QyrdW (via @JeffreyYoung_HC)
Twitter / SenateFloor
SenateDemocrats: Sen. Lisa Brown just sent this letter to AG McKenna about his challenge to the health care reform bill: http://bit.ly/a5iKMC #waleg
PressSec: This is definitely worth a watch - very cool pics from @petesouza and his amazing team of photogs at the White House http://bit.ly/9DpSEk
PressSec: The debate ender about GOP ideas in health reform the POTUS signed yesterday - "provisions Grassley co-authored" http://bit.ly/ccDemj
PressSec: The signature that made the reform the law of the land http://bit.ly/9gsSE1
Twitter / OversightDems
NVSenateDems: New Press Release: "Tammy Peterson, Candidate for Senate District 8, Endorsed by Democratic Leaders" .. http://ow.ly/1q2p3
HouseDemocrats: Have you checked whether you're receiving the tax credits made available through the #Recovery Act? http://bit.ly/bqsc2y
HouseDemocrats: RT @IRSnews: Federal tax refunds are running nearly 10% higher so far in 2010 compared to 2009: http://bit.ly/9GngMw
HouseDemocrats: How the #HCR bill empowers patients w/ stats needed to make better #HC choices: http://bit.ly/8YhP5r #transparency
HouseDemocrats: RT @StrandedWind: @RepHankJohnson You're on top of the House Dem Twitter heap with a @Klout of 63: http://bit.ly/9wd8DV
HASCDemocrats: Defense Acquisition Reform Panel Approves Final Report- press release: http://bit.ly/ds2GtC. Report: http://bit.ly/bh1dFP
GovContracts: --EYE SHIELD, OPTICAL.: Defense Logistics Agency DLA Acquisition Locations http://bit.ly/cQdn8Y
GovContracts: 70--Medical Home Messaging Support Package: Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command http://bit.ly/9HLIWa
dscc: Vice President Biden quotes Virgil: "The greatest wealth is health", and America just got far wealthier.
dscc: President Obama: "A host of desperately needed reforms will take place right away" including relief for small businesses.
dscc: "Parents of children with pre-existing conditions will finally be able to purchase the coverage they need...that happens this year."
dscc: Where do Republicans stand on repeal of #HCR? Check our map! http://www.dscc.org/races (RT & spread word)
DNCYouthCouncil: DNC YOUTH COUNCIL CELEBRATES THE HISTORIC SIGNING OF HEALTH INSURANCE REFORM http://bit.ly/9ni7pS
DNCYouthCouncil: Be part of history -- co-sign the President's historic health reform #hcr #obama http://bit.ly/bLTwQo
DNCYouthCouncil: 2010 Help America Vote Act College Poll Worker Program http://bit.ly/cN4EWc
DNCYouthCouncil: New video: "President Obama, Thank You" http://bit.ly/aAB3iW
DemocratsDotOrg: RT @JoeNBC: Now here's the good news for Democrats, who are clearly winning Round One of the Health Care vote battle. http://j.mp/a1EYT7
DemocratsDotOrg: RT @WhiteHouse: "What does this new health insurance reform law mean to me?" Answers here: http://bit.ly/bGu0F7 #hcr
dccc: Pres. Obama: "One of the best Speakers the House has ever had, Speaker Nancy Pelosi." Sign our Thank You card: http://bit.ly/bGAWIY
dccc: Health Care Reform: Signed, Sealed, Delivered! http://bit.ly/a7SKDS
dccc: Speaker Pelosi: Please Join Me: http://bit.ly/d8TEu8
dccc: USA TODAY/Gallup Poll: Opinions turn favorable on health care plan http://bit.ly/bncg2N
dccc: Dennis Kucinich: Our ability to take further bold steps will depend upon your support: http://bit.ly/byh0yI
AZHouseDems: Republicans' wrong-track budget will leave hospitals in jeopardy. http://tinyurl.com/y954zz4

CBO Direct Spending and Defense Programs

from Recent CBO Publications
Testimony before the Subcommittee on Military Personnel, Committee on Armed Services, U.S. House of Representatives


POLITICO Interview: Rep. Steny Hoyer

from Politico.com: Politics by Politico Staff
Maj. Leader tells POLITICO the health care bill will eventually be advantageous to Democrats.


Hoyer: Vote won't cost many seats

from Politico.com: congress by Mike Allen


Geithner, Dodd at odds over N.Y. Fed

from Politico.com: congress by Eamon Javers


New York Fed Announces March 24 Outright Agency Coupon Purchase
New York Fed purchases $1.500 billion in agency coupons
GAO-10-279, Food and Drug Administration: Opportunities Exist to Better Address Management Challenges, February 19, 2010
GAO-10-509T, Iraq and Afghanistan: Agencies Face Challenges in Tracking Contracts, Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Associated Personnel, March 23, 2010
GAO-10-560T, Federal User Fees: Fee Design Characteristics and Trade-Offs Illustrated by USCIS's Immigration and Naturalization Fees, March 23, 2010
GAO-10-508T, Defense Acquisitions: DOD Could Achieve Greater Commonality and Efficiencies among Its Unmanned Aircraft Systems, March 23, 2010
GAO-10-501R, Briefing on the Results of GAO's Audit of the Fiscal Years 2009 and 2008 U.S. Government's Consolidated Financial Statements, March 23, 2010
GAO-10-421, Recovery Act: Officials' Views Vary on Impacts of Davis-Bacon Act Prevailing Wage Provision, February 24, 2010
GAO-10-530T, Veterans' Disability Benefits: VA Has Improved Its Programs for Measuring Accuracy and Consistency, but Challenges Remain, March 24, 2010
GAO-10-478T, Joint Strike Fighter: Significant Challenges and Decisions Ahead, March 24, 2010
GAO-10-536T, Information Security: Concerted Response Needed to Resolve Persistent Weaknesses, March 24, 2010
Federal Reserve announces final rules to restrict fees and expiration dates on gift cards

FRB, Braunstein, Credit scoring

from FRB: Speeches and Testimony
Testimony before the Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit, U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C.


Direct Spending and Defense Programs

from CBO's Latest 10 Documents
Testimony before the Subcommittee on Military Personnel, Committee on Armed Services, U.S. House of Representatives


H.R. 4098, Secure Federal File Sharing Act

from CBO's Latest 10 Documents
Pay-as-you-go estimate for the bill as provided by the House Committee on the Budget on March 22, 2010


H.R. 4786, An act to provide authority to compensate federal employees for the two-day period in which authority to make expenditures from the Highway Trust Fund lapsed, and for other purposes

from CBO's Latest 10 Documents
Cost estimate for the bill as passed by the House of Representatives on March 10, 2010


S. 1132, Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act Improvements Act of 2010

from CBO's Latest 10 Documents
Cost estimate for the bill as reported by the Senate Committee on the Judiciary on March 11, 2010


S. 2772, Criminal Justice Reinvestment Act of 2010

from CBO's Latest 10 Documents
Cost estimate for the bill as ordered reported by the Senate Committee on the Judiciary on March 11, 2010


VIDEO: Education Secretary Arne Duncan

from C-SPAN Recent Video
Education Sec. Arne Duncan participated in a discussion on U.S. education policy with students from the CloseUp Foundation, answering questions on the Obama Administration's priorities for primary and secondary education, as well as the future of the No Child Left Behind Act.
Length:

Published: Tuesday at 8:30am (ET)


VIDEO: Pres. Obama Signs Health Care Bill

from C-SPAN Recent Video
In an East Room ceremony at the White House, President Obama signed the Senate version of health care legislation into law. The House passed the bill along with a package of changes known as the reconciliation bill. Under the rules of Congress, the Senate cannot take up reconciliation unless the President signs the original Senate bill into law.
Length: 33 min.

Published: Tuesday at 11:15am (ET)


VIDEO: Pres. Obama Remarks on Health Care Reform

from C-SPAN Recent Video
President Obama made remarks on health care during a visit to the Department of the Interior. His remarks came shortly after a ceremony at the White House where he signed health care reform legislation into law.
Length: 29 min.

Published: Tuesday at 12:05pm (ET)


VIDEO: House Financial Services Cmte. Future of Housing Finance

from C-SPAN Recent Video
The House Financial Services Cmte. held a hearing focusing on entities that support the mortgage market, which include the Federal Housing Administration, Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Federal Home Loan Banks and other private lenders. Witnesses included, Treasury Sec. Timothy Geithner, as well community advocates, academia and industry representatives.
Length: 3 hr. 39 min.

Published: Tuesday at 10am (ET)


VIDEO: Fmr. British P.M. Tony Blair Remarks at AIPAC

from C-SPAN Recent Video
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair made remarks at an annual conference hosted by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. The former prime minister now serves as Special Envoy for the Middle East Diplomatic Quartet.
Length: 31 min.

Published: Tuesday at 9am (ET)


VIDEO: UK Prime Minister's Questions

from C-SPAN Recent Video
British Prime Minister Gordon Brown paid tribute to Ian Paisley in this week’s Question Time. Rev. Paisley is retiring from the House of Commons after serving since 1970. Members asked questions on the British Airways strike, the economy and mental health care.
Length: 33 min.

Published: Today at 8am (ET)


VIDEO: UK Treasury Chief Alistair Darling on the Government Budget Plan

from C-SPAN Recent Video
British Treasury Chief Alistair Darling delivered the annual budget before Parliament and lowered the deficit forecasts to 167 billion pounds ($249 billion) from 178 billion pounds. Afterward, Conservative Party Leader David Cameron and Liberal Democrat Party LeaderNick Clegg responded to the figures.
Length: 1 hr. 38 min.

Published: Today at 8:30am (ET)


VIDEO: Sen. Dodd (D-CT) & Rep. Frank (D-MA) on Financial Reform

from C-SPAN Recent Video
Senator Chris Dodd (D-CT) and Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) met with President Obama at the White House to discuss financial reform. Afterwards, the two lawmakers spoke to reporters about the meeting.
Length: 14 min.

Published: Today at 11am (ET)


VIDEO: Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX)

from C-SPAN Recent Video
Rep. Cuellar, who is the Chair of the House Subcommittee on Border, Maritime and Global Counterterrorism discusses violence along Mexico's border due to drug trafficking. He also responds to the Mexico City summit on the war on drugs that was attended by Secretary's Gates, Clinton and Napolitano.
Length:

Published: Today at 8am (ET)


VIDEO: White House Briefing with Press Secretary Robert Gibbs

from C-SPAN Recent Video
Press Secretary Robert Gibbs conducts a daily briefing at the White House.
Length: 51 min.

Published: Today at 12:30pm (ET)


Obama to sign executive order on abortion limits
Posted: March 24th, 2010 07:27 AM ET
(CNN) - President Obama will sign an executive order Wednesday that ensures that existing limits on the federal funding of abortion remain in place under the new health care overhaul law.

Netanyahu, Obama meet at White House
Posted: March 24th, 2010 08:13 AM ET
Health Care Bill Reinvigorates Democrats
"The health-care bill that hung around Democrats' necks for the last several months -- right up to the final vote Sunday when some vulnerable congressmen were convinced to support it -- has suddenly become a weapon," the Daily Caller reports.

Stupak Blasts Claims of Backroom Deal
Republicans are complaining of an "apparent backroom deal" worth $726,000 to three airports in Rep. Bart Stupak's (D-MI) district, "suggesting the funding may have somehow swayed his vote for health care reform legislation," the Detroit Free Press reports.

Senate Debate Goes On
"The Senate adjourned late Tuesday night after a chaotic seven hours of debate on a landmark healthcare reform reconciliation bill, with Democratic leaders inching towards a final vote by the end of the week," The Hill reports.

Background Briefing En Route To Mexico City, Mexico
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:56:17 -0500
Eligible Foreign Establishments for USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service. The Eligible Foreign Establishment Lists for Canada and Sweden have been revised. This information has recently been updated, and is now available.
International Judicial Conference on Cross-Border Relocation
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 08:00:00 -0500

Hoyer Statement on the Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor today in support of the Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act. Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery:

“In the winter of 2008, America did not know whether it was heading for a Second Great Depression. Since then, the work of the Obama Administration and the Democratic Congress has headed off disaster.

“Most important has been the Recovery Act, which cut taxes for small businesses and 95% of families, funded thousands of job-creating projects across America, provided emergency assistance to those hit hardest by the recession, saved states from laying off teachers, firefighters, and police officers, and more.

“No matter what its partisan critics say, the facts say it clearly: the Recovery Act is working. The Recovery Act created some 2 million jobs. And since President Obama took office, monthly job losses are down 96%. Our economy is growing again: in the most recent quarter, it grew by 5.9%, the fastest rate in six years, and the second straight quarter of growth under President Obama, a 12.3% turnaround in one year. The Dow is up 64% from the low it hit shortly after President Obama signed the Recovery Act. The S&P 500 is up 72% from its low, and the NASDAQ is up 87%.

“That is progress to be proud of. But as long as millions of Americans remain out of work, through no fault of their own, we have not reached the goal. We know that, to a family struggling through chronic unemployment, all the positive economic numbers in the world must look like they bear little relation to reality. That’s because, time and again, employment numbers are the last part of a recession to turn around. The families who are struggling and suffering right now did not create this economic collapse—but they are bearing its brunt. So it is imperative that we act for them.

“This month, the president signed the HIRE Act, which eliminated payroll taxes for every unemployed worker hired, which the nonpartisan CBO calls one of the most effective methods of job creation. The HIRE Act also gives businesses tax credits for keeping new employees on the payroll, helps small businesses finance their expansion, and extends job-creating and much-needed highway programs.

“When the House passed the HIRE Act, Democrats made it clear on this floor that it was an important step—but by no means the last one. That’s why we are back here today, and that’s why I urge my colleagues to support the Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Act. This bill expands the successful Build America Bonds and Recovery Zone Bonds, which help state and local governments fund needed projects and put people to work. As of this month, Build America Bonds helped state and local governments pay for $78 billion in infrastructure programs.

“This bill also contains provisions to help small businesses innovate and grow. It increases the deduction for business start-up expenses, so enterprising Americans all over our country will have stronger incentives to open the doors of new businesses—an important measure we owe to my Maryland colleague and friend, Congressman Kratovil. And it excludes 100% of small business capital gains from taxation—which will lead to a new influx of investment, the investment small businesses need to expand and hire new workers.

“For Democrats, job creation is our single most important job. This bill carries that work forward, and I believe it will provide significant relief to the Americans who are still feeling this recession’s harsh effects.”

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4th Annual Democratic BBQ. It is now Saturday, April 24 at 11:00am.


Remarks With Mexican Foreign Secretary Patricia Espinosa After Their Meeting
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0500
Mullen On Budget
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:44:32 -0500
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Michael Mullen testified on Capitol Hill Wednesday about the FY 2011 defense budget.
Joint Strike Fighter
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:44:20 -0500
Defense Secretary Robert Gates provided lawmakers a summary of the changes being made to restructure the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program.

April VDU Meeting - Where do we go in the CDP?
What: Club/Group Meeting
Start Time: Tuesday, April 20 at 7:00pm
End Time: Tuesday, April 20 at 9:00pm
Where: State Building Auditorium - Van Nuys

To see more details and RSVP


Speeches and Testimony for CFTC.gov.
The following speech was given by CFTC Chairman Gary Gensler.
March 24, 2010
Keynote Address of Chairman Gary Gensler, OTC Derivatives Reform, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Under Secretary María Otero to Lead U.S. State Department Delegation to the UN-HABITAT World Urban Forum in Brazil and to Participate in a Meeting of the U.S. Brazil Common Agenda for the Environment

Gates On Budget
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:49:26 -0500

CANADA newsbrief journal has been updated

Remarks With Mexican Foreign Secretary Patricia Espinosa After Their Meeting
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:02:37 -0500

Phonebanking for Healthcare.

Brad O'ConnerMarch 23, 2010 at 3:01pm
Subject: Phonebank Update
We will still be meeting tomorrow for the phonebank. We will be asking people to call the Member of Congress to thank them for their vote for health reform.
Let me know if you have any questions

Bradley O'Conner


HOUSE FLOOR WRAP-UP FOR MARCH 23, 2010
Bills Adopted Under Suspension of the Rules (4):
1) H.J.Res. 80 - Recognizing and honoring the Blinded Veterans Association on its 65th anniversary of representing blinded veterans and their families (Rep. Halvorson - Veterans' Affairs)
2) H.R. 3976 - Helping Heroes Keep Their Homes Act of 2009 (Rep. Perriello - Veterans' Affairs)
3) H.R. 4592 - To provide for the establishment of a pilot program to encourage the employment of veterans in energy-related positions (Rep. Teague - Veterans' Affairs)
4) H.Res. 1186 - Expressing support for designation of April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month (Rep. Markey (CO) - Transportation and Infrastructure)

Postponed Suspension Votes (5):

1) H.R. 1879 - National Guard Employment Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Coffman - Veterans' Affairs)
2) H.Res. 1125 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week (Rep. Perriello - Transportation and Infrastructure)
3) H.Res. 917 - Recognizing the Florida Keys Scenic Highway on the occasion of its designation as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Transportation and Infrastructure)
4) H.R. 3562 - To designate the Federal building under construction at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building" (Rep. Thompson (MS) - Transportation and Infrastructure)
5) H.R. 4098 - Secure Federal File Sharing Act (Rep. Towns - Oversight and Government Reform)


College Democrats of Connecticut.

Ben Stango March 23, 2010 at 2:15pm
Subject: Lamont Ad Shoot
Hi All,

Keep you eyes out for a major CDCT update soon! In the meantime...

The Lamont Campaign would love to have some College Dems star in their ads. If anyone is able and interested, the three slots they really need filled are: 9:30am Tomorrow at Campaign Headquarters (behind City Hall in New Haven), 2:00pm Tomorrow somewhere else in New Haven, and 3:30pm by Wesleyan.

Let me know ASAP if you can make any of them. The shoot should only go an hour or two.

Best,

Ben Stango

PS. The CDCT does NOT endorse in primaries


DOD Identifies Marine Casualty
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 22:02:00 -0500

FLOOR SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24, 2010
House Meets At… First Vote Predicted… Last Vote Predicted…

10:00 a.m.: Legislative Business 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

“One Minutes” (15 per side)

Complete Consideration H.R. 4849 - Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010 (Rep. Levin – Ways and Means)

Begin Consideration of H.R. 4899 – Disaster Relief and Summer Jobs Act of 2010 (Rep. Obey – Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule)

Suspensions (2 Bills)
1) H.R. 4360 - To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs blind rehabilitation center in Long Beach, California, as the "Major Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Center" (Rep. Campbell - Veterans' Affairs)
2) H.R. 4915 - Extending the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and extending authorizations for the airport improvement program (Rep. Oberstar - Transportation and Infrastructure)

Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills):
1) H.R. 1879 - National Guard Employment Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Coffman - Veterans' Affairs)
2) H.Res. 1125 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week (Rep. Perriello - Transportation and Infrastructure)
3) H.Res. 917 - Recognizing the Florida Keys Scenic Highway on the occasion of its designation as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Transportation and Infrastructure)
4) H.R. 3562 - To designate the Federal building under construction at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building" (Rep. Thompson (MS) - Transportation and Infrastructure)
5) H.R. 4098 - Secure Federal File Sharing Act (Rep. Towns - Oversight and Government Reform)

* Conference Reports may be brought up at any time.
* Motions to go to Conference should they become available.
* Possible Motions to Instruct Conferees.


Secretary Clinton To Attend Congressional Womens History Month Celebration in Her Honor on March 25th
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:51:36 -0500

Secretary Napolitano and Mexican Counterparts Sign Arrangements to Bolster Bilateral Border and Aviation Security
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0500

Ada County Caucus!
What: Club/Group Meeting
Start Time: Tuesday, April 20 at 6:45pm
End Time: Tuesday, April 20 at 8:30pm
Where: Boise High School Cafteria

To see more details and RSVP


Texas State College Democrats.

Sam Ortega March 23, 2010 at 4:41pm
Subject: College Dems softball game tonight!
Our first softball game of the year is tonight and we'd love to have as many of you there as possible! It's at 9 PM at the Bobcat Village fields on Aquarena (right next to Bobcat Village Apts and across from the football stadium).

If you're interested in playing please bring your student ID. Game time starts at 9 so getting there 10-15 minutes early is also a good idea. This also gives us a chance to warm up and practice for a bit.

Hope to see y'all out there!

Sam


2010 Election Season Kick-Off Party!
What: Club/Group Meeting
Start Time: Tuesday, May 4 at 5:00pm
End Time: Wednesday, May 5 at 7:00pm
Where: The Melting Pot

To see more details and RSVP


Enforcement Actions for CFTC.gov.

Urgent: Help us get the reconciliation bill passed through NOW!

Nancy Cronk March 23, 2010 at 4:34pm
Subject: Urgent: Help us get the reconciliation bill passed through NOW!
President Obama and the US Senate need our help now!

The Senate's version of the health care bill passed the House. Now, we need to pass a smaller bill called the "reconciliation bill" to get the rest of the details we need to save 45,000 lives/year.

Some liberals who do not understand the legal process (like David Sirota and Jane Hamsher), as well as Republicans hoping to confuse the public and derail the bill, are demanding the public option be put in the reconciliation bill now. As much as we all want the public option (or something even stronger!), this is a dangerous request. Health care experts and attorneys for health care reform alike say we need to pass the reconciliation bill AS IS, as quickly as possible. Then, we can go back and add the public option (or other reforms) in another piece of legislation. The clock is ticking and we don't have much time left!

Here is a press release from a union that explains this urgent situation much better than I can. PLEASE HELP US get this final addition to health reform passed! Say "NO" to any ammendments at this late date. Let's get this bill passed while we still have time!

Thank-you for your help! We are SO CLOSE to getting the job done now!

For Immediate Release

Statement by AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka
On Health Care 'Poison Pill' Amendments
March 23, 2010

"A 'NO' on amendments is a 'YES' on health care."

As senators prepare to take up fixes to the historic legislation passed by the House late Sunday night, they cannot allow process, technicalities, or cynical ploys to derail the legislation. Republicans are going to use a "kitchen sink" amendment strategy, throwing everything they can at the bill to try to sink reform. This will include amendments on issues that we would otherwise strongly support.

Any amendment offered during this process is nothing more than a poison pill. A 'NO' on amendments is a 'YES' on health care.

Working families won't be fooled by dirty tricks from the opponents of health reform out to do the bidding of the insurance companies. And US Senators should not be fooled either. Just as we did in the House, unions will employ all our resources to support Senators in passing the reconciliation package and taking the last step on the path to health care reform for all Americans. We will make sure that constituents of Senators who do the right thing and vote "no" on all amendments know the score about what really goes on in the Senate.

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UDFL College Democrats.

Andy Pederson March 23, 2010 at 6:13pm
Subject: INFO!!
My fellow Democrats,
When they said "No!" We said "YES WE CAN!!" Finally we have achieved what some believed would never happen. Health Care Reform, three weeks ago was "a lost cause" and "the beginning of the end for the Obama administration." For the first time in what seems like a very long time, we fought the right fight and came out ahead. The Republican Party once again found themselves on the wrong side of history. I want to thank anyone who took the time to make phone calls, write legislators, convince friends and foes alike to support Health Care Reform. Personally, I would like to thank Mike Griffin for his persistent effort and positivity throughout the struggle for reform through the DNC. The UDFL will be having a celebration tomorrow 5 PM at Coffman Union room 326 so please come and bring our friends!
P.S. Next week we will be visited by Susan Gaertner!! So please come to that and bring everyone you know!!!


*** Arapahoe County For Senator Michael Bennet 2010 ***.

Nancy CronkMarch 23, 2010 at 7:06pm
Subject: An update on health care from Senator Michael Bennet
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sen-michael-bennet/a-major-victory-but-the-f_b_510624.html


Valley Democrats United.

Sam Park March 24, 2010 at 11:15am
Subject: Where do we go from here in the CDP? Next VDU Meeting
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly:
Where do we go from here in the CDP?

Sponsored by Valley Democrats United

Our April VDU meeting will be an in the round town hall meeting - THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY - discussions on the CDP convention, propositions and Where do we go from here in the CDP? Everyone will have a chance to discuss their feelings on the current Party processes and policy as well as important political happenings. Trust us - this will be one lively meeting not to be missed! Mark your calendars now!

Tuesday, April 20th - 7:00 pm sharp
Location: State Building Auditorium
Address: 6150 Van Nuys Blvd., Van Nuys, CA 91401Accessibility: Accessible

JOIN VALLEY DEMOCRATS UNITED
FOR ANOTHER EXCITING and INFORMATIVE
"DEMOCRACY IN THE ROUND"
"Stand up - Show Up - Speak Up!


OYD Awards Banquet
What: Dinner Party
Start Time: Saturday, April 10 at 6:00pm
End Time: Saturday, April 10 at 8:00pm
Where: Cleveland Crowne Plaza

To see more details and RSVP


Pima County Working Young Democrats.

Sam Almy March 23, 2010 at 7:49pm
Subject: Meeting Next Week
Our monthly meeting will be held next Monday, March 31st at 6pm. We will have it downtown at Raul Grijalva's campaign HQ and 452 S. Stone.

We will be discussing our upcoming field event for Matthew Rabb. Matthew is running for Oro Valley Town Council, and we will be doing either a lit drop or phone bank for him in April.

Punch and pie will be served*

*exclusions may apply.


Western New York Democrats.

Adama D. Brown March 24, 2010 at 12:35am
Subject: Healthcare reform, you, and your representatives.
Sunday was a historic day: in the culmination of a year's worth of battling, our elected Democrats joined together and passed a healthcare reform bill that will bring an end to pre-existing conditions, make healthcare affordable & available for 32 million more Americans, and ban the practice of revoking your insurance when you get sick, even as the bill lowers the deficit by $1.3 trillion dollars over the next 20 years. You can read more of the details about the benefits of the bill, along with reference material, on the GLOW Democrats website:

http://www.glowdemocrats.com/2010/03/219.html


Department of Defense, 3/24/2010
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:38:00 -0500

Financial and Activity Report Weekly Update: March 22, 2010
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:27:41 -0500

NEW GOV JOB VACANCIES, GRANTS and CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES have been posted at www.usdemocrats.com/ticker/jobs/
Upcoming Meetings and Recently Posted Materials web page for Advisory Committees of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). This information has recently been updated, and is now available.

Highlights: "Year of the Bicentennial" in the Americas
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:00:00 -0500

Tech Student Democrats.

Colin Davis March 24, 2010 at 11:08am
Subject: ANDY NEEDS HELP!
Hey Tech Democrats!

Ashley Ammons just contacted us with a request. The Andy Wilson Campaign needs volunteers for this afternoon. It's not time consuming, and you don't have to go anywhere to do it. It's simple. Contact Ashley at (254) 217-3079 for specific details.

We MUST defeat Randy "baby killer" Neugebauer in November! LET'S HELP ANDY!

Thank you!


March 24, 2010 - DHS Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report, (PDF, 23 pages - 176 KB)

Morrell on Iran
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:40:29 -0500
Pentagon officials say Iran is doing what it can to disrupt the peace process in Afghanistan.

Houston Defendants Plead Guilty to "Arthritis Kit" Medicare Fraud Scheme
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:04:24 -0500

The NPT and the Maintenance of International Peace and Security
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:45:23 -0500

The NPT Review Conference as Viewed from Vienna
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:44:46 -0500

Vietnam: Cromartie Testifies on Human Rights "Backsliding"

2010 Census
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:55:03 -0500

DAILY WHIPLINE | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24, 2010

U.S. Department of State Schedule for March 24, 2010
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:20:20 -0500

NCTC Congressional Testimony: House Committee on the Judiciary Hearing
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:00:00 ET

Fiscal 2009 Department Of Defense Value Engineering Achievement Awards Announced
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:35:00 -0500

Treasury Targets Perpetrators of Mexican Drug Trafficking Violence

Department of Energy Opens Investigation into Alleged Lighting Efficiency Violations

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. Department of Energy announced it had issued subpoenas to three companies who were identified as selling certain torchiere lamps that failed to meet federal energy efficiency standards. Under the subpoenas, Target Corporation, Addesso, Inc. and Habitex Corporation are required to submit detailed information about the design of these products and how the companies marketed and sold them in the U.S.

U.S. Department of State Schedule for March 24, 2010
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:20:20 -0500

Justices Breyer and Scalia Explain Why They Often Disagree
Posted: 23 Mar 2010 05:00 PM PDT
By MARK SHERMAN

Senate Writing Final Chapter to Health Care Bill
Posted: 23 Mar 2010 05:00 PM PDT
By ERICA WERNER

Pres. Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Meet amid Dispute
Posted: 23 Mar 2010 05:00 PM PDT
By MATTI FRIEDMAN and MATTHEW LEE

Virginia Court Hears Arguments on Publishing Social Security Numbers
Posted: 23 Mar 2010 05:00 PM PDT
By Frank Green, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Va.

CDFI Fund Extends Reviewer Deadline for CMF 2010 Round
March 24, 2010

Sharing and Analyzing Information to Prevent Terrorism
Timothy J. Healy, Director, Terrorist Screening Center, FBI, Before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs

DoD Briefing
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:41:52 -0500
Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell speaks with reporters at the Pentagon.

Gates on Pentagon Budget
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:09:48 -0500

Budget Testimony
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:33:14 -0500
Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Admiral Michael Mullen were on Capitol Hill March 24 to testify on the Pentagon's 2011 budget.

Opening Session of the U.S.-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:47:32 -0500

Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Remarks at the Women in Law Enforcement Ceremony
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0500
Secretary Napolitano delivered remarks to female law enforcement agents and officers from across the Department at the U.S. Secret Service's headquarters—honoring the service and sacrifices of women in law enforcement on our nation's frontlines every day as part of National Women's History Month.

Agency Provides Meals, Supplies for Religious Observances
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:45:00 -0500

Photos: U.S.-Pakistani Strategic Dialogue
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0500

National Guard (In Federal Status) And Reserve Activated as of March 23, 2010
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:03:00 -0500

Tech Student Democrats General Meeting.

Stuart Williams March 24, 2010 at 7:55am
Subject: Meeting Thursday: Special Guest Texas House Candidate Carol Morgan
Hey All,

This just a friendly reminder to all of you to attend tomorrow's Tech Dems meeting. We are back from Spring Break refreshed and ready to work. We wil be talking about three amendments, three resolutions, and we will hear from special guest, Texas House District 84 candidate, Carol Morgan. Please try to be there and bring any guests along you like.

See Ya There,
Stuart Williams, Tech Dems President

P.S. Meeting is Thursday, March 25th at 6pm in the Caprock Room of the SUB.


Mullen, Gates Press Congress for Afghanistan Funding
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:27:00 -0500

DOD Identifies Army Casualty
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:47:00 -0500

WHD - Key Wage Hour News for United States Department of Labor.

This information has recently been updated.
In order to provide meaningful and comprehensive guidance and outreach to the broadest number of employers and employees, the Wage and Hour Administrator will issue Administrator Interpretations when determined, in the Administrator’s discretion, that further clarity regarding the proper interpretation of a statutory or regulatory issue is appropriate. Administrator Interpretations will set forth a general interpretation of the law and regulations, applicable across-the-board to all those affected by the provision in issue. Guidance in this form will be useful in clarifying the law as it relates to an entire industry, a category of employees, or to all employees. The Wage and Hour Division believes that this will be a much more efficient and productive use of resources than attempting to provide definitive opinion letters in response to fact-specific requests submitted by individuals and organizations, where a slight difference in the assumed facts may result in a different outcome. Requests for opinion letters generally will be responded to by providing references to statutes, regulations, interpretations and cases that are relevant to the specific request but without an analysis of the specific facts presented. In addition, requests for opinion letters will be retained for purposes of the Administrator’s ongoing assessment of what issues might need further interpretive guidance.

The first Wage and Hour Division’s Administrator Interpretation letter is available at http://www.dol.gov/WHD/opinion/adminIntrprtnFLSA.htm.




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