Feb 8th, 2008 · President Bush said Friday he would sign an expanded $150-billion stimulus package approved by the Senate, a measure likely to quickly pass in the House despite objections. The plan would rush $600-$1,200 checks to many American consumers in hopes their spending will spur the faltering economy.
Feb 8th, 2008 · The Senate passed a $150 billion economic stimulus bill on Thursday aimed at jump-starting the lagging U.S. economy. The goal is to put money in the pockets of American consumers. President Bush is expected to sign it into law.
Jan 18th, 2008 · President Bush on Friday attached a dollar figure to the economic stimulus package he's been talking about this week. He says he'd like to see $150 billion in tax rebates and other measures to keep the economy from slowing any further. But questions remain about who would get the rebates -- and who would not.