Race to the Top
The President gives a major education reform speech at the National Urban League's 100th Anniversary Convention, pledging that "the status quo is morally inexcusable."
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Comprehensive Immigration Reform
The President gives a major address on the need for comprehensive reform to fix our broken immigration system, watch the video or learn more from a unique online roundtable.
LetsMove.gov
To launch the new LetsMove.gov, the First Lady answers your questions about keeping our kids healthy in her first live video chat.
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The Affordable Care Act is already helping put American families and small businesses in control of their health care. Learn about your options and what it means for you.
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- July 29, 2010 at 5:13 PM EDT
The Tribal Law and Order Act of 2010: A Step Forward for Native Women
President Obama today signed the Tribal Law and Order Act -- an important step to help the Federal Government better address the unique public safety challenges that confront tribal communities.
- July 29, 2010 at 2:11 PM EDT
President Obama on Education: “The Status Quo is Morally Inexcusable”
President Obama delivers an address on education at the Urban League’s 100th Anniversary Convention highlighting the steps his Administration has taken over the past eighteen months to improve the education system in America.
- July 29, 2010 at 2:00 PM EDT
The American Auto Industry: A Comeback Story
A new report and interactive map show the transformation of the American auto industry into a rebounding force gearing up for the next generation of transportation.
- July 29, 2010 at 11:23 AM EDT
A Common Sense Approach to Cranes, Derricks and the Safety of America's Construction Workers
Dr. Michaels is Asst. Secretary for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, discusses a how OSHA a new rule covering the use of cranes and derricks in construction.
- July 29, 2010 at 11:11 AM EDT
Biennial of the Americas Seeks Answers to Tough Energy, Climate Challenges
Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood speaks at the Americas Roundtable on Energy and Climate Change at the Biennial of the Americas in Denver.
- July 29, 2010 at 8:40 AM EDT
Insurance for Americans with Pre-Existing Conditions
For too long, too many Americans with pre-existing conditions were left out of the health insurance marketplace. Health insurance companies could charge these Americans more or simply refuse to cover them. But thanks to the Affordable Care Act, the health care system will no longer leave out the people who need care the most.
Featured Legislation
Improper 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, 2010Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act
Signed: Thursday, March 18, 2010Emergency Aid to American Survivors of the Haiti Earthquake Act
Signed: Wednesday, January 27, 20102009 Tax Breaks for Haiti Donations
Signed: Friday, January 22, 2010Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act of 2009
Signed: Friday, October 30, 2009National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Signed: Wednesday, October 28, 2009
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PHOTO of the DAY
Members of the audience take photos of President Barack Obama during a break in the taping of "The View" at ABC Studios in New York, N.Y., July 28, 2010. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
