On November 19 , I delivered a speech on the Senate floor calling on Congress to unite behind an economic stimulus proposal that will create jobs, invest in transportation and green technology, and help families by expanding unemployment and housing assistance. With unemployment rising and more and more Washington state families hurting, we have to move forward with a bold proposal that will get Washington state residents back to work and get our economy back on track.
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Discussing Steps to Boost Our Economy, Consumer Confidence
I also discussed potential economic stimulus measures and steps that can be taken to increase consumer confidence with a group of prominent economists.
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Extending Unemployment Benefits
I helped to pass a bill that will extend unemployment assistance for as long as 13 weeks, delivering much-needed help to many families in our state.
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