The White House said today that federal agencies this summer will release money for projects to create or save 600,000 jobs. Some of the projects are under way.
Agriculture: Build 200 rural waste and water systems.
Defense: Start 2,300 improvement projects at 359 military bases.
Education: Hire 135,000 teachers, principals and support staff.
EPA: Begin or accelerate cleanup at 20 Superfund sites.
Health and Human Services: Expand service at 1,129 health centers for 300,000 patients.
Interior: Make improvements at 107 national parks.
Justice: Fund 5,000 new or saved law-enforcement jobs.
Labor: Create 125,000 summer jobs for youths.
Transportation: Improve 98 airports and 1,500 highways.
Veterans Affairs: Improve 90 new medical centers.
SOURCE: The White House