Titus Statement on Recovery Act Recipient Reporting
"With Nevada's unemployment at record levels, it is essential that we put the Recovery Act money to work as quickly as possible. Already 95 percent of Nevadans have seen more money in their paycheck from the largest package of tax cuts in history and the state has received money to help bridge its budget shortfall, saving teachers' jobs across the state."

Titus and Olson Introduce Legislation to Help Small Businesses by Increasing the Meals and Entertainment Tax Deduction
“Small businesses are the engines of growth that drive our economy, and during this tough economic time, we must foster an environment that will help our small businesses thrive.  With some of the most important businesses meetings held over a meal, increasing this important deduction will greatly benefit small businesses through additional tax relief that will make them more competitive with larger companies.”

The Tax Relief for Educators Act
Congresswoman Dina Titus introduced the Tax Relief for Educators Act today in the House of Representatives to expand and extend the teacher tax deduction.  The bill increases the amount teachers and educators can deduct from their taxes for out-of-pocket expenses they incur when teaching our nation’s students.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Titus: Recovery Package Providing Assistance to Nevadans
"But already, the economic recovery package that Congress passed is beginning to provide assistance to 95 percent of Nevadans in the form of tax cuts.  Over the past few months, the Making Work Pay Tax Credit has put extra money in the pockets of workers.  Nevada has also received more than $75 million to extend unemployment benefits for those struggling to find work."

Congresswoman Titus Testifies on Budget Priorities
"During this time of economic uncertainty, it has never been more important than now to closely examine each and every dollar of federal spending.  I appreciate the work you are doing to ensure that all points of view are considered throughout this budget process.  While I am pleased by much of the President’s request, particularly the investments in clean energy technology, I have concerns about some of the tax provisions that are included in the budget outline."

Titus: Budget Invests in National Priorities, Creates Jobs, and Cuts Taxes
“With $1.5 trillion in tax cuts for middle-class families, this budget is a blueprint for future growth and economic recovery.  Through responsible investments in education, health care reforms, clean energy, and veterans’ services we will create jobs, while setting our nation on a sound fiscal path.”

Titus: Budget Cuts Taxes, Cuts Deficit, and Creates Jobs
"With tax cuts for hard-working Nevadans, this budget is a blueprint for future growth and economic recovery.  It begins the difficult work of turning around our economy and putting an end to the recession we inherited."

Titus: Making Work Pay Tax Credit to Take Effect Today
"The Making Work Pay tax credit will put money back in the pockets of Nevada’s workers immediately.  During this tough economic time, this boost in workers’ paychecks can have a big impact on families struggling to make ends meet."

Titus Introduces Legislation to Expand and Extend the Teacher Tax Deduction
“Never before have our nation’s teachers been asked to do so much with so little as education budgets are stretched thin and schools are cutting back on supplies and resources.  This legislation will provide our educators with an important tax break at a time when they doing more with less and show our support for their commitment and dedication to our students.  Extending the tax deduction for rising out-of-pocket expenses will reward our educators who go the extra mile.”