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HOME STAR would help to kick-start the comeback of our country's hard-hit construction industry. It's estimated the legislation would create 168,000 new jobs in construction and related industries over the next two years. This would have a big impact because one out of four construction workers is currently out of a job. President Obama highlighted HOME STAR's ability to create jobs for construction workers and contractors during a speech on March 2 while visiting Savannah Technical College in Georgia.

"HOME STAR is the right investment for the country at the right time. Energy efficiency is not a partisan issue, as it helps move us toward greater energy independence and enhances our national security. This program is targeted at the largest marketplace in the country, existing homes, and will be create jobs in a new industry that will thrive for decades," said Tracy Price, CEO of The Linc Group.

The HOME STAR Coalition represents over 500 construction contractors, building products and mechanical manufacturers, retail sales businesses, environmental and energy efficiency groups and labor advocates from all 50 states who want to see the job creation and energy savings benefits of federal HOME STAR legislation realized.

For more information about HOME STAR and the HOME STAR Coalition, please visit www.homestarcoalition.org.

Additional Quotes in Support of HOME STAR from Some of the Coalition's Diverse Members