Obama says home-retrofitting plan would save energy, create jobs
Speaking before a small audience at a technical college, Obama pointed to the program as evidence of his administration's commitment to job creation.
"That was my focus last year and that is my focus this year,
pot-pourrito lay a foundation for economic growth that will create jobs, that raises incomes, that will foster a secure economic future for middle-class families," he said.
Obama called on Congress to pass an administration proposal dubbed "Homestar," which would offer rebates of up to $3,000 for energy-saving home renovations. The idea is based on the popular "Cash for Clunkers" program last year, which offered incentives to trade in older vehicles and buy more energy-efficient ones,
pot-pourri providing a boost to auto sales.
Congressional Republicans scoffed at Obama's plan, saying that past home-weatherization efforts by the federal government have proved ineffective.
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