From News 8 Austin, April 7, 2009...
Texas will receive millions of dollars in federal stimulus money to fix aging dams.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said many dams and other important flood control structures across the country “are in a race against time.”
Texas will receive nearly $5 million to repair old dams.
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Showing posts with label Economic Stimulus. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Economic Stimulus. Show all posts
Monday, April 13, 2009
Report: Stimulus money could end up costing Texas jobs
From Austin Business Journal, April 6, 2009...
A new report from the Texas Public Policy Foundation argues that the money flowing in to the state from the federal stimulus package could actually hinder private sector growth and end up costing Texas more than 131,000 jobs.
The report, titled The Economic Impact of Federal Spending on State Economic Performance—A Texas Perspective, was released at the Capitol on Monday.
Researchers looked at historical patterns of economic growth and spending by federal, state and local governments; the implications for Texas unemployment payments and taxes; and estimated effects that the recently passed federal stimulus package will have on Texas private sector economic activity and employment.
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A new report from the Texas Public Policy Foundation argues that the money flowing in to the state from the federal stimulus package could actually hinder private sector growth and end up costing Texas more than 131,000 jobs.
The report, titled The Economic Impact of Federal Spending on State Economic Performance—A Texas Perspective, was released at the Capitol on Monday.
Researchers looked at historical patterns of economic growth and spending by federal, state and local governments; the implications for Texas unemployment payments and taxes; and estimated effects that the recently passed federal stimulus package will have on Texas private sector economic activity and employment.
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Monday, March 9, 2009
Texas adds certain road projects back to stimulus list
From News 8 Austin, March 5, 2009...
Texas transportation officials approved the addition of more road projects Thursday.
The projects will be part of the $1.2 billion in major road work to be paid for with federal stimulus money.
The three Central Texas road projects added back to the list include:
• Flyover bridges at U.S. 290 and U.S. 183 in Austin
• A new Interstate 35 bridge in Buda
• Widening of FM 1460 in Round Rock.
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Texas transportation officials approved the addition of more road projects Thursday.
The projects will be part of the $1.2 billion in major road work to be paid for with federal stimulus money.
The three Central Texas road projects added back to the list include:
• Flyover bridges at U.S. 290 and U.S. 183 in Austin
• A new Interstate 35 bridge in Buda
• Widening of FM 1460 in Round Rock.
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TxDOT panel considers more stimulus road projects
From KEYE, march 5, 2009...
Texas transportation officials are proposing adding a few more road projects to the $1.2 billion in major road work to be paid for with federal economic stimulus money.
Lawmakers complained that economically distressed areas weren't given a priority, as required by the federal law.
So state transportation agency engineers suggested that more projects be added to the $500 million in maintenance work approved last week and to the $1.2 billion in major projects under consideration Thursday. The extra money would come from local or state funds.
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Texas transportation officials are proposing adding a few more road projects to the $1.2 billion in major road work to be paid for with federal economic stimulus money.
Lawmakers complained that economically distressed areas weren't given a priority, as required by the federal law.
So state transportation agency engineers suggested that more projects be added to the $500 million in maintenance work approved last week and to the $1.2 billion in major projects under consideration Thursday. The extra money would come from local or state funds.
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Texas receives $517M in HUD stimulus money
From News 8 Austin, March 2, 2009...
The Department of Housing and Urban Development Monday allocated more than $500 million to Texas cities and counties.
It's part of a wave of stimulus money expected to flow into the state.
Federal officials released another $14.4 million to support 12 Texas health centers --- many of which provide care to people with no health insurance. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, the federal money is expected to create more than 400 jobs in the state.
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The Department of Housing and Urban Development Monday allocated more than $500 million to Texas cities and counties.
It's part of a wave of stimulus money expected to flow into the state.
Federal officials released another $14.4 million to support 12 Texas health centers --- many of which provide care to people with no health insurance. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, the federal money is expected to create more than 400 jobs in the state.
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Texas ready to use stimulus money on roads
From KEYE, March 2, 2009...
Federal stimulus money is rolling toward Texas highways.
This week state transportation commissioners are set to approve major road projects to be paid for with $1.2 billion from the funds.
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Federal stimulus money is rolling toward Texas highways.
This week state transportation commissioners are set to approve major road projects to be paid for with $1.2 billion from the funds.
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New comptroller site monitors Texas stimulus dollars
From Austin Business Journal, March 2, 2009...
The Texas Comptroller’s office launched a Web site on Feb. 27 aimed at tracking stimulus dollars headed for Texas.
The site will also help business leaders, officials, politicians, economic developers and everyday citizens make sense of the complex legislation.
“Our office is closely reviewing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to determine what it means for Texas,” said Comptroller Susan Combs. “We will share information we have compiled so far and continually update the Web page as federal agencies provide more guidance on the funding included in this complex and far-reaching plan.”
Tracking the Texas Stimulus will begin with a spreadsheet listing the provisions of the $787 billion stimulus bill and an estimate of the amount of money earmarked for Texas.
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The Texas Comptroller’s office launched a Web site on Feb. 27 aimed at tracking stimulus dollars headed for Texas.
The site will also help business leaders, officials, politicians, economic developers and everyday citizens make sense of the complex legislation.
“Our office is closely reviewing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to determine what it means for Texas,” said Comptroller Susan Combs. “We will share information we have compiled so far and continually update the Web page as federal agencies provide more guidance on the funding included in this complex and far-reaching plan.”
Tracking the Texas Stimulus will begin with a spreadsheet listing the provisions of the $787 billion stimulus bill and an estimate of the amount of money earmarked for Texas.
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Thursday, March 5, 2009
Texas ready to use stimulus money on roads
From News 8 Austin, March 1, 2009...
Federal stimulus money is rolling toward Texas highways.
This week state transportation commissioners are set to approve major road projects to be paid for with $1.2 billion from the funds.
Commissioners are gathering at a special meeting Thursday to approve stimulus money projects throughout the state.
Texas is getting $2.25 billion in transportation stimulus package money.
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Federal stimulus money is rolling toward Texas highways.
This week state transportation commissioners are set to approve major road projects to be paid for with $1.2 billion from the funds.
Commissioners are gathering at a special meeting Thursday to approve stimulus money projects throughout the state.
Texas is getting $2.25 billion in transportation stimulus package money.
Read more...
Federal stimulus money could go to build Texas toll roads
From KEYE, March 3, 2009...
The federal stimulus plan includes billions of dollars to improve Texas roads and bridges – but not everyone agrees with how the Texas Department of Transportation plans to spend its share of the money.
That’s because it includes hundreds of millions of dollars for toll roads.
The plan also includes a lot of money for non-toll projects – such as one at the intersection of Highway 290 and Highway 183 in East Austin. Right now to change from one highway to the other, drivers have to exit and wait at a light. TxDOT proposes building a direct connection between the roads.
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The federal stimulus plan includes billions of dollars to improve Texas roads and bridges – but not everyone agrees with how the Texas Department of Transportation plans to spend its share of the money.
That’s because it includes hundreds of millions of dollars for toll roads.
The plan also includes a lot of money for non-toll projects – such as one at the intersection of Highway 290 and Highway 183 in East Austin. Right now to change from one highway to the other, drivers have to exit and wait at a light. TxDOT proposes building a direct connection between the roads.
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Advocacy groups protest TxDOT stimulus projects
From News 8 Austin, march 3, 2009...
The Texas Department of Transportation will vote Thursday on whether to approve its portion of the federal stimulus package, but not if advocacy groups have anything to say about it.
Activists from across the state convened on the east steps of the Texas Capitol Tuesday to persuade lawmakers to stop TxDOT from passing the $1.2 billion measure.
"TxDOT needs to slow down, and do the right thing with our stimulus money," Citizens' Transportation Coalition's Robin Holzer said.
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The Texas Department of Transportation will vote Thursday on whether to approve its portion of the federal stimulus package, but not if advocacy groups have anything to say about it.
Activists from across the state convened on the east steps of the Texas Capitol Tuesday to persuade lawmakers to stop TxDOT from passing the $1.2 billion measure.
"TxDOT needs to slow down, and do the right thing with our stimulus money," Citizens' Transportation Coalition's Robin Holzer said.
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Stimulus leaves state on mountain of cash
From News 8 Austin, February 27, 2009...
About $17 billion of President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package is headed to Texas. It will help fill gaps that would have strained the two-year state budget and its Rainy Day Fund savings account.
Officials are still trying to figure out how and where to spend it, but fears of deep cuts and a looming future deficit have all but faded.
The stimulus money is prescribed for education, health and human services, transportation, labor, criminal justice, and housing and infrastructure. Education will get the largest share at more than $6 billion. Health and human services programs are expected to get more than $4 billion.
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About $17 billion of President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package is headed to Texas. It will help fill gaps that would have strained the two-year state budget and its Rainy Day Fund savings account.
Officials are still trying to figure out how and where to spend it, but fears of deep cuts and a looming future deficit have all but faded.
The stimulus money is prescribed for education, health and human services, transportation, labor, criminal justice, and housing and infrastructure. Education will get the largest share at more than $6 billion. Health and human services programs are expected to get more than $4 billion.
Read more...
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Austin asks for $1-Billion From Federal Government
From KXAN, January 22, 2009...
The City of Austin is asking for more than $1 billion in economic stimulus projects in the latest wish list released from the U.S. Conference of Mayors .
The list covers ready-to-go projects, if local municipalities receive money from the federal government to them. The projects would create jobs and stimulate the local economy, according to the report?s synopsis.
Austin?s list of requests covers city projects, as well as projects from the Austin Independent School District and Capital Metro . The requests include various amounts of money, anywhere from $25 million for a new public safety training facility for the Austin Police Department to $886,000 for a new disc golf course, complete with a pro-shop.
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The City of Austin is asking for more than $1 billion in economic stimulus projects in the latest wish list released from the U.S. Conference of Mayors .
The list covers ready-to-go projects, if local municipalities receive money from the federal government to them. The projects would create jobs and stimulate the local economy, according to the report?s synopsis.
Austin?s list of requests covers city projects, as well as projects from the Austin Independent School District and Capital Metro . The requests include various amounts of money, anywhere from $25 million for a new public safety training facility for the Austin Police Department to $886,000 for a new disc golf course, complete with a pro-shop.
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Monday, January 19, 2009
Austin, other Texas cities vie for U.S. 'green' money
From statesman, January 9, 2009...
When Rahm Emanuel , President-elect Barack Obama's chief of staff, told a group of corporate chiefs in New York late last year that Obama's economic stimulus package would focus on "green infrastructure," the message reached all the way to Austin.
In the Capitol and at City Hall, policymakers are trying to figure out how local governments can cash in on federal largesse. The wish lists that major Texas cities have assembled amount to a smorgasbord of projects that have an environmental bent, whether they put more public buses on the road to cut vehicle emissions or put solar panels atop government buildings.
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When Rahm Emanuel , President-elect Barack Obama's chief of staff, told a group of corporate chiefs in New York late last year that Obama's economic stimulus package would focus on "green infrastructure," the message reached all the way to Austin.
In the Capitol and at City Hall, policymakers are trying to figure out how local governments can cash in on federal largesse. The wish lists that major Texas cities have assembled amount to a smorgasbord of projects that have an environmental bent, whether they put more public buses on the road to cut vehicle emissions or put solar panels atop government buildings.
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