Deepest Condolences for Missouri and the Midwest
President Barack Obama greets residents and volunteers as he tours neighborhoods devastated by last week’s tornado in Joplin, Missouri.
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Joining Forces
The President, Vice President, First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launch the national initiative to support and honor America's service members and their families.
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Deepest Condolences for Missouri and the Midwest
President Barack Obama greets residents and volunteers as he tours neighborhoods devastated by last week’s tornado in Joplin, Missouri.
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Citizens Medal
President Obama calls for nominations for the 2011 Citizens Medal, our nation's second-highest civilian honor, awarded this year for exemplary deeds of service.
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Photos - Behind the Scenes
The White House Photo Office releases their latest batch of behind-the-scenes photos, this time following the President from town halls across the country to the Situation Room to a moment alone reading on the patio outside the Oval Office.
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White House mobile apps
With both an iPhone and Android mobile app, Americans can get alerts directly from the White House, check out behind-the-scenes photos and videos, and read the latest news from the blog or the Briefing Room.
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Tax Cut Calculator
Check out our tax cut calculator to learn how the December tax deal will benefit you, both in your taxes for 2011 and in your paychecks right now.
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West Wing Week
This week President Obama embarked on a six-day trip to Europe, visiting Ireland, the United Kingdom, France and Poland to engage our allies in the region on a host of issues.
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Health Reform in Action
The health reform law, the Affordable Care Act, is making a difference in the lives of millions of Americans like Erick Moberg. He discusses it in a surprise phone call from the President.
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The Daily Snapshot
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The Blog
- June 2, 2011 at 4:04 PM EDT
Unleashing Rooftop Solar Energy through More Efficient Government
The Department of Energy launches a competition between local governments to streamline administrative processes for the installation of solar energy systems in homes and businesses.
- June 2, 2011 at 2:21 PM EDT
Youth Roundtable Spotlight: Detroit Area Young People Make Their Voices Heard
The White House wraps up "100 Youth Roundtables” Initiative and highlights some of the conversations and solutions that young people have undertaken around the country.
- June 2, 2011 at 1:39 PM EDT
What You Missed: Open for Questions 30 Years of AIDS
Check out video of a special live discussion on the 30th anniversary of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
- June 2, 2011 at 12:04 PM EDT
USDA Unveils New, Simple Tips to Stay Healthy, Active and Fit
The Department of Agriculture introduces the new food icon, MyPlate, to replace the MyPyramid image as the government's primary food group symbol. An easy-to-understand visual cue to help consumers adopt healthy eating habits, MyPlate is consistent with the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
- June 1, 2011 at 6:06 PM EDT
Winning the Future for LGBT Americans
Kicking off Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, the Office of Public Engagement has launched a new webpage, Winning the Future: President Obama and LGBT Americans.
- June 1, 2011 at 4:09 PM EDT
Equal Access to Transportation: A Right for All Americans
Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood describes the administration's efforts to make transportation more accessible for everyone. Along with making transportation more accessible, the DOT has stepped up enforcement to ensure every American's right to access transportation.
Featured Legislation
FDA Food Safety Modernization Act
Signed: Tuesday, January 4, 2011James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010
Signed: Sunday, January 2, 2011Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act of 2010
Signed: Wednesday, December 22, 2010Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010
Signed: Friday, December 17, 2010Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010
Signed: Monday, December 13, 2010Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act of 2010
Signed: Thursday, July 22, 2010Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2010
Signed: Thursday, July 22, 2010Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
Signed: Wednesday, July 21, 2010Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act
Signed: Monday, May 17, 2010Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010
Signed: Friday, April 23, 2010Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010
Signed: Tuesday, March 30, 2010Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
Signed: Tuesday, March 23, 2010