Experts Set for Democrats' Session on Potential Stimulus Bill (CQPolitics.com)

By David Clarke and Molly K. Hooper, CQ Staff 22 minutes ago House Democratic leaders plan to hear Monday from former Clinton administration officials, a Midwest governor and their go-to economists as they consider putting together a new economic stimulus or recovery bill that could include another round of rebates or tax credits. With the economy struggling and financial markets in turmoil, Democrats are once again pushing the idea that Congress needs to provide funding for state Medicaid programs, infrastructure projects, food stamps and an extension of unemployment insurance. A leadership aide said the Democrats want to know how much money it may take to get the economy back on track; they are currently figuring in $100 billion for possible rebate checks or tax credits. The measure also would likely contain much more... [read full story]