On the recordFebruary 23, 2021
At the Federal Reserve, we are strongly committed to achieving the monetary policy goals that Congress has given us: maximum employment and price stability.
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congress.govAt the Federal Reserve, we are strongly committed to achieving the monetary policy goals that Congress has given us: maximum employment and price stability.
Chair Powell reaffirms the Federal Reserve's commitment to its monetary policy objectives.
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