Schumer fought to include in the stimulus package a provision to send budget aid directly to cities instead of through states. He says that was to ensure New York City gets its fair share.
Schumer, Rangel and Bloomberg say the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan will help alleviate the city's budget problems but won't eliminate the tough choices city and state officials have to make because of the weak economy.
The stimulus package is expected to be signed by Obama by mid-February.
Schumer says it's going to be a shot in the arm for New York City.
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