Moving Forward on Health Reform
Speaking in Ohio as the drive for health reform nears a conclusion, the President talks forcefully about the struggles Americans face and the need to finish the job.
A New Foundation
The Recovery Act
Every day the Recovery Act is putting more Americans to work -- 2 million or more in the first year alone. Learn about the impacts nationwide and in local communities like yours.
The President’s Proposal for Health Reform
The President's proposal builds on the work done in Congress and takes the best ideas from both parties to put American families and small businesses in control of their health care.
The President’s Plan for Financial Regulatory Reform
Financial reform will make fundamental, common-sense changes so government looks out for American families and consumers, not just Wall Street and lobbyists.
A New Way Forward in Afghanistan
The President outlined his strategy on Afghanistan and Pakistan at West Point. Read his remarks or watch the four-minute video summarizing the plan.
The Open Government Directive
The Open Government Directive and the Progress Report lay out how the Obama Administration is breaking down long-standing barriers between government and the people it serves.
The Blog
- March 15, 2010 at 5:55 PM EDT
One Step Closer
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius applauds another step towards finalizing health reform.
- March 15, 2010 at 5:16 PM EDT
Philotimo
Darron P. Monteiro with the Office of Public Engagement recounts the reception honoring Greek Independence Day.
- March 15, 2010 at 2:45 PM EDT
"I'm Here Because of Natoma"
Speaking up for health reform in Ohio, the President tells the tragic, inspiring, and all-too-common story of one woman who wrote him a letter.
- March 15, 2010 at 1:43 PM EDT
Shared Responsibility and Accountability for Our Children’s Education
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan discusses the President's new blue print for education.
- March 15, 2010 at 10:08 AM EDT
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This week we’re featuring “Health Reform by the Numbers,” an online campaign using key figures to raise awareness about why we just can’t wait for reform. Today's number: 1.
- March 15, 2010 at 9:35 AM EDT
So, You Want to Boost Exports? Have I Got a Program for You!
Jared Bernstein explains the 48C Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit.
Featured Legislation
S. 2949 -Emergency 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, 2009Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act
Signed: Thursday, October 22, 2009Cash For Clunkers Extension
Signed: Thursday, August 6, 2009Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act
Signed: Monday, June 22, 2009Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure (CARD) Act of 2009
Signed: Friday, May 22, 2009Weapons Systems Acquisition Reform Act
Signed: Friday, May 22, 2009Helping Families Save Their Homes Act
Signed: Wednesday, May 20, 2009Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act
Signed: Wednesday, May 20, 2009Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act
Signed: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
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PHOTO of the DAY
President Barack Obama waves to members of the crowd, following his remarks on health insurance reform at the Walter F. Ehrenfelt Recreation and Senior Center in Strongsville, Ohio, March 15, 2010. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
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