Chris Van Hollen: “Today we stand shoulder to shoulder with President Obama to say to the American people, help is on the way. This package…”

“Today we stand shoulder to shoulder with President Obama to say to the American people, help is on the way. This package packs a punch where it's needed most: ready-to-go infrastructure projects, tax relief for middle America and small businesses, essential forward-looking investments in areas like clean energy, health IT, scientific research and education, priorities that will create or save millions of jobs in this country. Now, throughout this debate we've heard from those who, for a variety of reasons, think we should do nothing. While those voices may be sincere, inaction is not an option. Just say no is not an answer to the American people at this time. And if our colleagues on the other side of the aisle want to define themselves as the party of 'Nobama' I think that the American people will call them and say it's time for us to work together. We don't need more of the same. We need to put this country to work. I urge adoption of this legislation.”