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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The following is a press release from Iowa Senator Tom Harkin's Office:

Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) released the following actualities Thursday.

HEALTH, EDUCATION, JOBS FUNDING PROGRESSES IN CONGRESS.  Senator Harkin described his role as both authorizer and appropriator of health policy funds, and how the FY 2011 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations bill delivers on the promise of the health reform and with vital job creating assistance to Iowa.  This actuality is available by calling 1-800-511-0763 and entering the ID# 5676 or on the web at: http://demradio.senate.gov/actualities/harkin/harkin100729.mp3

UPDATE ON THE SMALL BUSINESS JOBS ACT.  Senator Harkin responded to questions about how the Small Business Jobs Act before the Senate would benefit Iowa.  The bill was filibustered by Republicans following this morning’s call. This actuality is available on the web at: http://harkin.senate.gov/documents/mp3/4c51af496a062.mp3

UPDATE ON ETHANOL TAX CREDIT: MEETING WITH EPA ADMINISTRATOR JACKSON AND ENERGY SECRETARY CHU.  Senator Harkin updated reporters on the status of the ethanol tax credit, and announced that he will meet with EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu next week.  This actuality is available on the web at: http://harkin.senate.gov/documents/mp3/4c51afda16d24.mp3