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Governor Unveils Web Site for Tracking Federal Stimulus

February 4, 2009

AUGUSTA - Governor John E. Baldacci today unveiled a new State Web page dedicated to the developing federal economic stimulus package, now called The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

The Web page provides information and resources so that Maine people can track the legislation’s progress in Congress and actions taken by State government related to the stimulus. Following passage and the President’s signature of the final bill, the Web page will also serve as a clearinghouse so that the public can access up-to-date information about where and how federal stimulus funds are dispersed.

“I appreciate the overwhelming interest in the developing federal stimulus package and am pleased to offer this Web site as another of many steps my Administration has initiated to make Maine State government as transparent and open as possible,” said the Governor. “The Web page being unveiled today will serve as a valuable tool for the public.”

In addition, a section will be added to allow public comment on the stimulus package.

The Governor reiterated his hope that progress will continue to be made in finalizing the federal economic stimulus package. Governor Baldacci has personally addressed issues important to Maine with President Obama, members of his Administration and Maine’s Congressional Delegation, among others.

“I believe Maine is well positioned to benefit from the developing federal Economic Stimulus package, using it for investments in the State’s infrastructure, and putting Maine people to work,” said the Governor.

While Maine and other states eagerly await the influx of federal funds to stimulate an economic recovery, Governor Baldacci said that Maine must continue to move forward with efforts to increase the efficient delivery of government services. The Maine Legislature will begin public hearings next week on the Biennial Budget for fiscal years 2010-2011.

“Maine is challenged by the current global recession, but a consistent, disciplined approach to spending and taxation, a smaller, more modern and more efficient government structure, and smart investments in education, research and development, health care and economic development will usher in a new era of prosperity and strength,” said the Governor.

The Web site is http://www.maine.gov/governor/baldacci/policy/Recovery2009.html It is linked from http://www.maine.gov and the Governor’s Web site: http://www.maine.gov/governor/baldacci/index.shtml