House Democrats are nearing a deal with the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) that could allow a vote on the Senate jobs bill Thursday, according to senior members.
Democratic leaders wanted to quickly pass the $15 billion Senate measure, which includes $13 billion for a tax credit for small businesses who hire new workers. President Barack Obama had called on Congress to send him job-creation legislation "without delay."
But CBC members and other liberal House Democrats said they couldn't vote for a bill they considered too small and ineffective.
To address CBC concerns, House leaders are considering a proposal to add $1.5 billion to the bill for a summer jobs program that sends funds to local organizations who hire unemployed youth during the summer, said Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.), the CBC vice chairman.
http://thehill.com/homenews/house/84835-house-could-vote-thursday-on-jobs-bill
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