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President Bush Discusses Import Safety [November 6, 2007]
This document in a transcript of President Bush's discussion of the import safety plan "which contains short- and long-term recommendations for continuing to improve the safety of imports entering the United States. The Action Plan contains 14 broad recommendations and 50 action steps that provide a road map for better protecting American consumers and enhancing the safety of the increasing volume of imports entering the United States. The Action Plan is the product of extensive coordination among Federal agencies, months of hands-on information-gathering, and feedback and suggestions from the private sector."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-
2007-11-06
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [July 7, 2011]
In this July 7, 2011 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney provides information and takes questions on the President's State of the Union Address, the debt limit talks, social security issues, health care coverage issues, current inflation in the economic market, the U.S. relationship with Pakistan, and current job creation efforts.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-07-07
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [August 10, 2011]
In this August 10, 2011 Press Briefing, Secretary Carney answers questions on the President's thoughts regarding the situation in Syria, current efforts by Congress and the President to resolve the U.S. budget deficit, the existence of a Federal report that deems the state of the economy as weak, and the variety of political actions President Obama will take to help strengthen the economy.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-08-10
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [June 27, 2011]
In this June 27, 2011 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney provides information and takes questions on the Congressional debt crisis debates, the drawdown in Afghanistan and its effects on Taliban activities, and the $500 million dollars the President allocated to support manufacturers to modernize and create jobs.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-06-27
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Remarks by the President [August 8, 2011]
In his August 8, 2011 remarks, President Obama announces that the United States has received a downgrade from its AAA credit rating by one of the credit rating agencies. Obama continues on to mention that the main reason behind this downgrade is the inability of the United States to take action during the debt ceiling crisis; however, Obama also says that the markets do not appear to be affected by this downgrade. In the rest of his remarks, Obama reassures American citizens that he and congress will work to pass legislation that will strengthen the economy and job market.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-08-08
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Press Gaggle by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Josh Earnest [August 22, 2011]
In this August 22, 2011 Press Gaggle, Principal Deputy Secretary Josh Earnest provides information and takes questions on the following: the current situation in Libya, preparations by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricane Irene, political efforts by the President to improve the economy, and President Obama's phone calls to Warren Buffet and the CEO of Ford Motor Company regarding the changing economic market.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-08-22
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Remarks by the President on the Critical Role the Manufacturing Sector Plays in the American Economy [June 28, 2011]
In his June 28, 2011 remarks, President Barack Obama addresses Alcoa Davenport Works business. He discusses the future programs between our Nation's top engineering schools, our most innovative manufacturers, and the federal government to get American products from the drawing board to the factory floor to the marketplace as quickly as possible. Obama also announces that Alcoa Davenport Works will join this partnership.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-06-28
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Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney Aboard Air Force One En Route Morrisville, North Carolina [June 13, 2011]
In this June 13, 2011 press gaggle, Press Secretary Jay Carney provides information and takes questions on the call for action in Syria, the Presidents announcement on improving jobs, the President's reaction to Anthony Weiner, the President's thoughts on extending the payroll tax cut to affect employers as well as employees, and the President's cyberspace strategy.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-06-13
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Remarks by the President in a Meeting with the Jobs and Competitiveness Council [June 13, 2011]
In his June 13, 2011 remarks, President Barack Obama addresses the Jobs and Competitiveness Council in regards to creating jobs and job security in the current economy. Obama states that having a smart regulatory structure can actually enhance market competitiveness. The Obama administration and the Jobs and Competitiveness Council have agreed upon joining in a cooperative 12 to 18 month program to support this agenda.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-06-13
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Weekly Address: A Unique Opportunity to Secure our Fiscal Future [July 16, 2011]
In his July 16, 2011 Weekly Address President Obama discusses the importance of cooperative efforts between both political parties to reach a resolution to the Nation's budget deficit problem.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-07-16
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Weekly Address: Putting Country Ahead of Party [August 20, 2011]
In his August 20, 2011 Weekly Address, President Obama discusses ways to strengthen the American job market and economy. Obama states that both political parties must work together in order to pass legislation that will "get our nation back to work".
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-08-20
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Fact Sheet: G-8 Summit in Deauville, France [May 27, 2011]
From the Document: "President Obama joined other heads of state and government from France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Italy, Canada, Russia, and the European Union at the annual G-8 [Group of Eight] Leaders' Summit in Deauville, France, on May 26-27. The President and his G-8 counterparts pledged solidarity with the people of Japan in the aftermath of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami and offered continued assistance as needed to ensure a speedy and lasting recovery. During the two-day Summit, the President and other Leaders agreed to closely cooperate on a wide range of key global priorities."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-05-27
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2016 Report to Congress on China's WTO Compliance
From the Foreword: "This is the 15th report prepared pursuant to section 421 of the U.S.-China Relations Act of 2000 (P.L. 106- 286), 22 U.S.C. § 6951 (the Act), which requires the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to report annually to Congress on compliance by the People's Republic of China (China) with commitments made in connection with its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), including both multilateral commitments and any bilateral commitments made to the United States. The report covers calendar year 2016. It also incorporates the findings of the Overseas Compliance Program, as required by section 413(b)(2) of the Act, 22 U.S.C. § 6943(b)(2). Like the prior reports, this report is structured as an examination of the nine broad categories of WTO commitments undertaken by China. Throughout the report, USTR has attempted to provide as complete a picture of China's WTO compliance as possible, subject to the inherent constraints presented by the sheer volume and complexity of the required changes to China's trade regime and transparency obstacles. The report identifies areas where progress has been achieved and underscores areas of concern, as appropriate, with regard to the commitments that became effective upon China's accession to the WTO as well as those commitments scheduled to be phased in over time."
United States. White House Office
2017-01
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [September 28, 2011]
In this September 28, 2011 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney answers questions regarding: Congressional response to the American Jobs Act, the European debit crisis, requests by the U.S. to Pakistan to cut ties with the Haqqani network, future relations between the U.S. and Pakistan, security issues involving the release of government photos of Osama bin Laden, Pakistani contributions towards fighting al Qaeda, President Obama's clean energy campaign, the Affordable Health Care Act, the appreciation of Chinese currency, immigration and deportation under the DREAM [Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors] Act, and missing missiles in Libya.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-09-28
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [September 15, 2011]
In this September 15, 2011 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney discusses President Obama's travel plans to promote the American Jobs Act, Current Palestinian politics and international affairs, the effects of deficit reduction on Social Security programs, current renewable energy and alternative fuel sources, the bankruptcy of solar power solutions company Solyndra and subsequent Department of Energy loans, current US unemployment political actions by the President to improve the economy, and future plans for Social Security.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-09-15
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [October 27, 2011]
In this October 24, 2010 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney answers questions on the following: the European debt crisis, possibilities of global recession, the military drawdown in Afghanistan, President Obama's commitments to going after al Qaeda leaders, previous Iraq security transitions, the "Occupy Wall Street" protests, the American Jobs act, Congressional debates over solutions to the economic crisis, the Arab Spring, Iranian military developments, and current bipartisan debt solution options.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-10-27
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Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney En Route Las Vegas, Nevada [October 24, 2011]
In this October 24, 2010 press gaggle, Press Secretary Jay Carney answers questions regarding the Presidential refinancing proposal and the Rebuild component of the American Jobs Act. The press gaggle included other questions on the housing crisis; student loan assistance; military activity in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Iran; and the European debt crisis.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-10-24
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Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney En Route Detroit, Michigan [October 14, 2011]
In this October 14, 2011 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney answers questions regarding the following: passage of the free trade agreements in Congress; President Obama's efforts to improve the economy, create jobs, and pass the American Jobs Act; and current trade agreements with South Korea.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-10-14
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Declaration by the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Mexican States Concerning Twenty-First Century Border Management [May 19, 2010]
This document outlines the commitment of the United States and Mexico "to strengthen cooperation in: [1] Enhancing economic competitiveness by expediting lawful trade, while preventing the transit of illegal merchandise between their two countries, [2] Facilitating lawful travel in a manner that also prevents the illegal movement of people between their two countries, [3] Sharing information that enhances secure flows of goods and people, and [4] Disrupting and dismantling transnational criminal organizations and punishing their members and supporters."
United States. White House Office
2010-05-19
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Weekly Address: 'We Can't Wait' to Strengthen the Economy and Create Jobs [October 29, 2011]
From the Document: "In this week's address, President Obama told the American people that we can't wait for Congress to take action to grow the economy and create jobs, and highlighted the executive actions he took this week to help families save thousands of dollars by refinancing their mortgages, put veterans to work, and lower the cost of student loans. The President continued to urge Congress to do its part and pass the American Jobs Act now, which will put more money in the pockets of middle class families, create jobs and strengthen our economy right away."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-10-29
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [September 7, 2011]
In this September 7, 2011 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney takes questions and provides information on President Obama's upcoming speech to Congress regarding the new jobs package; current Executive and Congressional work on budget deficit reduction and financial management; Obama's meeting with the National Security Team, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, and Assistant to the President John Brennan; and current administrative actions regarding the situation in Libya.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-09-07
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney [October 28, 2011]
In this October 28, 2010 press briefing, Press Secretary Jay Carney provides opening statements regarding the recent Presidential memoranda to create jobs and strengthen U.S. competitiveness in the global economy. The press briefing included other questions on the following topics: the "Occupy Wall Street" demonstrations and associated police brutality, Presidential approval ratings, effects from the American Jobs Act, the European debt crisis, the issue of lobbying in Presidential campaigns, National Security Advisor Tom Donilon's visit to China and India, conflict between Palestine and Israel, the China currency issue, and debt resolution issues in the Super Committee.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-10-28
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Fact Sheet: The United States and Germany -- Leaders for the 21st Century [June 7, 2011]
This Fact Sheet provides information on the cooperative efforts between the United States and Germany. Collaborative efforts include: defense and security strategy, economic advancement and growth, scientific and technological advancement, and the promotion of democracy and human rights.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2011-06-07
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Weekly Address: Passing the American Jobs Act [September 17, 2011]
From the Document: "In this week's address, President Obama urged Congress to pass the American Jobs Act without delay so that businesses will be able to hire more workers and every American who wants a job will be able to find one. The President's jobs bill keeps cops on the streets and teachers in the classrooms, cuts taxes for small businesses, and puts construction workers back to work without adding to the deficit. All Americans who agree with the President's plan should call their elected officials and tell them that it's time to pass the jobs bill, which will ensure that everyone pays their fair share and that we live within our means as we help the economy continue to grow."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Obama, Barack
2011-09-17
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Financial Company Bankruptcies: Experts Had Mixed Views on Companies' Controls for Mitigating Obstacles, Report to Congressional Requesters
From the Highlights: "GAO [Government Accountability Office] was asked to review actions to mitigate financial and legal obstacles GSIBs [global systemically important bank holding companies] could face under the Code. This report (1) describes actions GSIBs took to mitigate such obstacles and (2)analyzes expert views on the effectiveness of the actions, need for additional actions, and likely success of an SPOE [single point-of-entry] strategy. GAO focused on five U.S. GSIBs with large portfolios of derivatives (because of resolution obstacles such financial contracts pose). GAO reviewed and analyzed academic and industry studies on resolution of large financial firms; public sections of GSIB resolution plans; laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance on GSIB resolution plans; and proposals to amend the Code. GAO judgmentally selected and interviewed 30 experts (judges, academics, attorneys, other professional service providers, and counterparties) based on their knowledge of the Code and GSIB resolution. GAO also interviewed federal banking regulators and the five GSIBs covered by GAO's review."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2018-11
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Job Openings and Labor Turnover Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic [March 10, 2022]
From the Summary: "The COVID-19 [coronavirus disease 2019] pandemic and recession in early 2020 resulted in the swift and marked deterioration of national labor market conditions, with some lasting effects. While public focus has largely been on headline labor market indicators, such as the unemployment rate and job numbers, pandemic impacts are also reflected in official job openings and labor turnover statistics. As the economy recovers, reports of labor shortages in some sectors have drawn greater interest in these indicators. This report analyzes both long-term and recent trends for U.S. job openings, hires, quits, and layoffs as measured by the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) at the national and sector level."
Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service
Romero, Paul D.; Nicchitta, Isaac A.; Donovan, Sarah A.
2022-03-10
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Invasion of Ukraine: Russia's Trade Status, Tariffs, and WTO Issues [Updated March 18, 2022]
From the Document: "Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the United States and its allies have imposed financial sanctions [hyperlink] and taken trade actions [hyperlink]. Some Members of Congress have introduced legislation (e.g., H.R. 6835, H.R. 6905, H.R. 7014, S. 3725, S. 3717, S. 3786) to revoke Russia's permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) status, which provides unconditional nondiscriminatory, most-favored nation (MFN) treatment to goods and services traded with Russia. On March 11, 2022, President Biden announced [hyperlink] his support for legislation revoking Russia's PNTR status, in coordination with G7 [Group of Seven] countries. On March 17, the House passed H.R. 7108, which suspends PNTR with Russia (and Belarus); provides the President authority to further increase non-MFN tariffs; provides authority to restore NTR under certain conditions; and directs the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to use its voice and influence at the World Trade Organization (WTO) to encourage other WTO members to suspend trade concessions and to consider further steps toward suspending Russia from the WTO. Removing Russia's PNTR status would increase applicable import duties on U.S. imports from Russia [hyperlink], potentially impacting certain sectors reliant on Russian inputs and raising issues under U.S. WTO obligations."
Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service
Cimino-Isaacs, Cathleen D.; Wong, Liana
2022-03-18
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: H.R. 5351, National Emergency Management Reform and Enhancement Act of 2006
This is the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Cost Estimate as ordered reported by the House Committee on Homeland Security on May 17, 2006. From the Summary: "H.R. 5351 would reorganize the Preparedness Directorate, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and part of the Science and Technology Directorate into a new operational entity within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) called the Directorate of Emergency Management. In addition, the bill would authorize the appropriation of funds for various programs including emergency management grants to states, the Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS), the National Urban Search and Rescue Program, and the National Incident Management System (NIMS), among others. Assuming appropriation of the necessary funds, CBO estimates that implementing H.R. 5351 would cost about $1.3 billion over the 2007-2011 period. Enacting this legislation would not affect direct spending or revenues.'"
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2006-06-02
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: H.R. 3817, Valle Vidal Protection Act of 2005
This is the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Cost Estimate as ordered reported by the House Committee on Resources on June 21, 2006. From the Document: "H.R. 3817 would withdraw some federal land in the Carson National Forest in New Mexico from certain programs to develop natural resources. According to the Forest Service, the agency is currently evaluating whether to implement such programs, particularly to develop oil and gas resources, in areas covered by the proposed withdrawal. To the extent that the affected land is expected to generate income from such activities, H.R. 3817 would reduce offsetting receipts (a credit against direct spending). Because a portion of oil and natural gas receipts is paid to states, any forgone receipts under H.R. 3817 would be partially offset by a corresponding decrease in direct spending for those payments. CBO cannot predict whether the agency will decide, under current law, to allow oil and gas leasing to occur on the affected land. Based on information from the Forest Service about the length of time involved in making such a decision, we expect that, if the agency decides to implement an oil and gas leasing program, most of the proceeds from such leases would be collected after 2016. Therefore, we estimate that any net change in direct spending under H.R. 3817 would be insignificant in any of the next 10 years. CBO has no basis, however, for estimating the magnitude of the bill's potential budgetary effects in later years. Enacting H.R. 3817 would not affect revenues."
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2006-07-11
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: S. 2566, Cooperative Proliferation Detection, Interdiction Assistance, and Conventional Threat Reduction Act of 2006
This is the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Cost Estimate as reported by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on May 25, 2006. From the Summary: "S. 2566 would authorize the appropriation of $524 million in 2007 and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter for programs related to nonproliferation, antiterrorism, demining, and related programs. (Demining refers to the removal and destruction of land mines.) CBO estimates that implementing S. 2566 would cost $288 million in 2007 and more than $2.2 billion over the 2007-2011 period, assuming appropriation of the necessary amounts. Enacting the bill would not affect direct spending or receipts. S. 2566 contains no intergovernmental or private-sector mandates as defined in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA) and would not affect the budgets of state, local, or tribal governments."
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2006-05-31
