The Finance Committee just met and passed the much talked about economic stimulus package. I used my position as Ranking Member to make sure the committee kept its eye on the ball. The approved package is appropriate and temporary. Included in this package was an amendment I sponsored that extends key tax incentives for the production of renewable energy that I believe will help spur economic growth. Hopefully the full Senate will swiftly take action an economic stimulus package so businesses can begin using the incentives and the IRS can start sending out the rebate checks. These steps should help put our economy right back on track.