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The U.S. Government's Official Web Portal Vol. 9, No. 3 March 2, 2009 March Features on USA.gov 1. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Reminder: Turn clocks forward one hour on Sunday, March 8, 2009.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, signed by the President on February 17, 2009, allocates $787 billion for federal programs planned to help address the U.S. financial crisis. Here are a few resources to help you understand the legislation, check on its progress, and share your thoughts: Summary – Review a brief summary about the new legislation and find related links. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (PDF) – View the text of the legislation. Recovery.gov – Keep track of how your tax dollars are being spent as part of this legislation. Submit Your Comments – Use this White House form to share your thoughts about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. If you haven’t already filed your tax returns for 2008, check out these resources: Five Important Tax Changes – Learn about a few key changes, including an increase in the standard deduction; or check out a complete list of tax changes for individuals. IRS Answers “What Ifs” of an Economic Downturn The IRS describes the tax impact of several life events that may occur in difficult financial times. Taxes: Federal and State – Visit USA.gov for a range of helpful tax links. Declaración de impuestos federales 2008
Getting the most for your money, improving your credit, and steering clear of fraud are part of being a good consumer. March 1-7 is National Consumer Protection Week, making it a great time to order a FREE copy of the 2009 Consumer Action Handbook. The handbook provides numerous tips on preventing identity theft, filing complaints, being a smart shopper, and more. For additional consumer resources, visit Consumer Guides and Protection on USA.gov. La Semana Nacional de Protección del Consumidor Women’s History Month honors the achievements and contributions of American women in all walks of life. Visit USA.gov’s link to the Library of Congress to learn about the history of American women in war, art, music, and more!
March is National Nutrition Month. Good eating habits can help to sustain good health, but they can be difficult to put into practice. Use these tools to help you assess your current situation and create a goal for improving your nutrition. Nutrition.gov – Discover the food pyramid that’s right for you. Body Mass Calculator – Calculate your current body mass index. Farmers Markets – Find a local farmer’s market where you can find fresh fruits and vegetables and possibly even meet those who grow your food! View previous issues Subscribe/ Unsubscribe Send Questions or Comments | ||
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