2009.01.29
Breakdown of House stimulus for valley
Next week, the U.S. Senate will take up the $819 billion "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009." that passed last night through the house.
The House Bill outlines a investment to education over two years, designed to boost programs such as early childhood education, construction, technology and charter schools.
The New River Valley looks to bring in about $11.9 million, according to a preliminary breakdown from the House Appropriations Committee. Two-year totals for each of the valley's divisions are:
- Montgomery County - $ 5,074,700
- Radford City -$ 600,800
- Giles County - $ 1,525,200
- Pulaski County - $ 3,512,400
- Floyd County - $ 1,206,200
You can see a complete list of Virginia's share here.
What is your take on the stimulus? Where do you think the money should go?
