Examines current state of economy and need for fiscal stimulus; and reviews P.L. 110-185, the Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008, to stimulate economy through increase in budget deficit. Covers key provisions, including tax rebates, business tax incentives, changes to conforming loan limits for mortgages, extended unemployment benefits, and a second stimulus package; and compares macroeconomic effects of proposals. Covers interventions for financial firms and markets, including case-by-case interventions and broad based intervention.
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