Articles Tagged With 'Stimulus Spending'
Texas’ Stimulus Haul Is Spread Thin
The federal government's low per-capita spending in Texas reflects the state's thriftiness with its own money.
Stimulus Gets Mixed Reviews in Newest GAO Report
Recovery spending is ahead of schedule, but not all programs have been running smoothly.
Just Shy of 20 Percent of Stimulus Spent So Far
Some federal agencies remain far behind in spending the stimulus money appropriated for them.
Despite Stimulus Dollars, School Resumes With Ranks of Teachers Much Reduced
A fall in tax revenue brings big layoffs in many school districts.
Stimulus Lobbying Disclosure Promise Still Not Fulfilled
Lobbying firms have sidestepped tougher rules on their contacts with government officials.
Call for Fixed-Price Stimulus Contracts Lost on Federal Agencies
The government is taking more of the cost risk of stimulus projects than contractors are.
Disclosure Rules on Stimulus Lobbying Produce Few Actual Disclosures
Despite billions of dollars going out, federal agencies are reporting few contacts from lobbyists.
GOP: Having It Both Ways on Stimulus?
Some Republicans who came out against the stimulus have since sought money for projects at military bases.
Crossing the Border Between Politics and Stimulus Spending
A sparsely used checkpoint on the Canadian border gets beefed up, but a busy crossing in Texas get left out.
Stim Bucks for Slumlords?
Landlords don't have to keep property up to code to get money from the stimulus package.
Tussle in Tallahassee: Florida Stands Its Ground on Stimulus Spending Speed
Gov. Charlie Crist defends the way his state is handling its money, despite its place at the bottom of a congressional ranking.
Obama Administration Redacts Contract Details for Recovery.gov
The government releases copies of an $18 million contract for building a Web site, but most of the details are blacked out.
Nevada Gov, Lawmakers Wrangle Over Stimulus Oversight
Gov. Jim Gibbons wants to name a stimulus czar, but legislators are wary, given his history of controversial appointments.
Inspector General Blasts Stimulus for Tiny Airports
A report questions the economic merit of some projects approved by the FAA, and calls for an audit of airport grants.
