The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Creating Jobs, Supporting the States
and Investing in Our Country’s Future

The United States is facing its deepest economic crisis since the Great Depression, one that calls for swift, bold action. The President and Congress met this challenge by enacting the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The goals of this legislation are to strengthen the economy now and invest in our country’s future.

This legislation will create and save jobs; help state and local governments meet their budget shortfalls in order to prevent deep cuts in basic services such as health, education, and law enforcement; cut taxes for working families and invest in the long-term health of our economy. We do all of this with unprecedented accountability, oversight and transparency so the American people know their money is being invested responsibly.

Information about the legislation

To accomplish these goals, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provides $311 billion in critical investments.

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Information about how to access ARRA funds

Learn about the programs created through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), and how local government agencies and companies can apply.

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