The document discusses the impact of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) on communities in Wisconsin. It provides an overview of the debate around continuing or extending ARRA funding. Wisconsin received $13 billion from the ARRA, with Eau Claire receiving $86 million. As the initial stimulus funding runs out, Wisconsin faces a $3 billion budget deficit. The options discussed are to stop further federal recovery funding, continue funding by increasing the federal deficit, or continue funding by increasing federal revenue through proposals like a speculation tax.