Yesterday, we posted an update on the federal jobs bill (H.R. 4213) that will extend the filing deadline for unemployment benefits through the end of 2010 as well as funding for Put Illinois To Work and similar programs nationwide. Today, there are a few more nuggets to pass along.
House Democratic leadership is busy trying to woo conservative Dems worried about the bill's price tag, currently at $190 billion. As a result, they've pared down their package by $40 billion, agreeing to extend benefits through November 30 as opposed to December 31. Even so, some deficit hawks aren't sold. The Heartland Alliance is hearing that three Illinois Democrats -- Reps. Jerry Costello, Mike Quigley, and Dan Lipinski -- might vote against the measure. The organization is now urging its supporters to call their offices in favor of the bill.
Keep an eye on that roll call, possibly later today.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Three Illinois Dems Wavering On Unemployment Benefits? | Progress Illinois
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