Titus: Nevada to Receive $13.8 Million for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Projects Through the Recovery Act
“When it comes to a clean energy economy, Nevada has the potential to be a leader in the West by combining energy efficiency with our abundant renewable energy sources.  The funding through the recovery act will help us take the next steps to create clean energy jobs that cannot be outsourced, put people back to work, and help aid in our economic recovery.”

Berkley, Titus Urge White House to End Bush-Era Directives Against Travel to Las Vegas, Other Destinations
“Government travel for meetings, conferences and seminars is an important source of economic activity for many communities throughout the United States, and every destination should have an equal and fair opportunity to host federal meetings and events.  The federal government should make meeting location decisions based on factors such as overall cost, meeting facility space, and the quality of services provided in a particular city, convention facility or hotel.”

Titus Cosponsors PAYGO Legislation to Restore Fiscal Responsibility
"During the 1990s, PAYGO rules helped bring down the deficit and fostered an environment of fiscal responsibility that led to economic growth and prosperity.  It is time to reinstate these rules once again in order to restore fiscal discipline."

Titus Highlights Small Business Lending Program that Will Provide Much-Needed Credit to Nevada Businesses
"During these tough times, it is critical that we support our small businesses, and one of the best ways is to make capital more available.  ARC loans can provide a buffer so that business can afford to get through this recession, meet payroll, and keep their doors open."

Titus: Investments in Clean Energy Technologies Will Help the United States Regain Its Competitive Edge
"Investments in clean energy technologies like solar, wind, geothermal, smart grid, and advanced batteries will help the United States regain its competitive edge in a global green economy, reduce our reliance on foreign oil, and improve our energy security."

Rising Unemployment Numbers Underscore Need for Economic Recovery Package
"Nevadans have seen their economic security erode month after month, day after day as the economic news continues to get worse.  This week, the House will take action on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act that will begin to address the rapid rise in unemployment that is hurting Nevada’s families."

Titus Votes Against Additional TARP Funds
"While I have confidence that President Obama intends to responsibly use the remaining TARP funds, I cannot support releasing the funds until there are sufficient safeguards to ensure accountability and transparency.  It is critical that there is legislation requiring this money go toward reducing foreclosures and keeping people in their homes.

Titus Supports TARP Reform to Ensure Accountability and Transparency
"With Nevada’s foreclosure rate the highest in the nation, it is critical that stemming the tide of foreclosures is an integral part of the TARP.   It is also essential that there are accountability and transparency so that taxpayers know where the money is going and that it is being used effectively."

Titus Applauds Obama Administration’s Plans to Help Small Businesses
“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the engines of growth.  With small businesses accounting for 70 percent of all new jobs in the past decade, providing a strong economic environment for them to grow and flourish will be critical to putting people back to work and getting our economy back on track.”

Titus: New Jobless Numbers Show Need for Swift Action on Recovery Plan
"In Southern Nevada, unemployment is the highest in 25 years and expected to get worse.  The time for decisive bold action is now.  Working with President Obama, Congress must pass a robust economic recovery package that will get our economy moving in the right direction again."