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Rep. Jim Matheson Urges Utah Senators to Prepare for Federal Stimulus, Highlights Infrastructure Priorities

Utah State Senate · January 24, 2008
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Rep. Jim Matheson told the Utah Senate he expects a federal stimulus package to move quickly, urged the state to pursue infrastructure funding (noting $17M already for St. George Airport and a $90M letter of intent), and discussed energy and cleanup priorities including a cleanup deadline for Moab tailings.

Rep. Jim Matheson (D-Utah), representing Utah’s 2nd Congressional District, addressed the Utah State Senate in a Committee of the Whole and outlined federal actions and opportunities relevant to the state, including stimulus prospects, infrastructure funding needs and recent energy legislation.

Matheson said he expected a stimulus package to move "very quickly" and described elements that could provide near-term relief, including rebates to individuals and business tax…

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