Joseph Robinette Biden

“ In the District of Columbia, many low-income families are forced to make tough choices between paying energy bills and buying food, medicine or other essentials. The American Jobs Plan will upgrade low-income homes to make them more energy efficient through a historic investment in the Weatherization Assistance Program, a new Clean Energy and Sustainability Accelerator to finance building improvements, and expanded tax credits to support home energy upgrades. ”

“ Even where infrastructure is available, for many District residents, reliable broadband may be too expensive to be within reach. Nearly 13% of District households do not have an internet subscription. The American Jobs Plan will invest $100 billion to bring universal, reliable, high-speed, and affordable coverage to every family in America. ”

“ MANUFACTURING: Manufacturers employ 1,000 residents in the District and account for $300 million in total output. The American Job’s Plan will invest $300 billion to retool and revitalize American manufacturers. ”