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Volume 17, No. 2,
Spring/Summer 2009

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The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and What it Means for Delawareans with Disabilities

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On February 17, 2009, amid great anticipation, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. After extensive negotiations in the House and Senate, the final Act included $787 billion in tax cuts and spending aimed at creating or saving jobs, helping our most vulnerable citizens, and improving our infrastructure and renewable energy industry. While many, if not all, of the provisions may positively impact people with disabilities, this article will highlight the provisions of the Act that most directly benefit Delawareans with disabilities. Except where otherwise noted, all dollar amounts represent the amount being spent nationally, which will then be divided among the states.

Provisions Targeted Specifically to Benefit People with Disabilities

Provisions That Should Significantly Benefit Many People with Disabilities

Provisions That Will Help Some People with Disabilities

While economists and political pundits debate whether the stimulus package is prudent and effective, a broad range of people with disabilities are likely to benefit from tax credits, increases to entitlement programs, increased job opportunities, improved educational services, enhanced housing assistance, and direct cash payments.

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