The clock begins ticking next week on the U.S. House Democrats’ ambitious first 100-hour agenda, which is comprised of a series of measures that Democrats say they promised voters when they were brought to power in November.
Monday: Implement the 9/11 Commission recommendations
Wednesday: Increase the minimum wage
Thursday: Expand stem cell research
Jan. 12: Allow negotiation for lower prescription drug costs
Jan. 17: Cut interest rates on student loans
Jan. 18: End subsidies for oil companies and invest in renewable energy