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FY 2013 Budget Finally Passes
The House found bi-partisan agreement to fund the government through the end of the fiscal year without the threat of a shutdown. Today, the House passed the Department of Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 931) by a vote of 318-109. The Senate passed the measure yesterday by a bipartisan vote of 73-26 and the the measure will now go to the President for his signature into law. The bad news is that sequestration cuts will continue and other budget fights could occur later in the year.
CBC Foundation Scholarships
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation scholarships are open for application. Each scholarship has a different deadline. If you are interested in applying or learning more information, please visit: http://cbcfinc.org/scholarships.html
Expanded State and Local Census Data
County population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau are now available at Quickfacts.census.gov. On the site, you can research state, county and city data.
Manufacturing Tax Reform Ideas
The Congressional Manufacturing Tax Reform Working Group is reviewing current law and compiling feedback on a range of reform topics. If your company would like to share some ideas about improving the tax code, you can submit written comments to: tax.reform@mail.house.gov. In the subject line of the email, please indicate “Comments: Manufacturing Tax Reform Working Group” and attach submission as a Word document. In addition to the Word document attachment, please include in the body of the email a contact name, physical address, phone number and email address. For questions, please call (202) 225-3625 or (202) 225-1721. Public comments will be accepted through Monday, April 15, 2013.
Georgia College Savings Plans - Sweepstakes
The Georgia Path2College 529 College Savings plan offers several savings options for college tuition. These plans grow tax free like an IRA and education related withdrawals are also tax free. Currently, the Path2College plan is offering a sweepstakes to win over $10,000 in college savings. The plan is also offering a sweepstakes to win over $5,000 in college savings for a newborn child or grandchild.
Jobs Fair Seeking Employer Participation
The Congressman hosts his annual jobs fair on April 19. The office is currently asking for employers to register to attend at no cost. If your business would like to participate, please contact the office. The Congressman's blog is also asking business owners about their experiences in hiring new employees.
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Sincerely,
David Scott
Member of Congress
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