In a report just published, “The Digital Road to Recovery: A Stimulus Plan to Create Jobs, Boost Productivity and Revitalize America,” the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) finds that a $30 billion investment in America’s digital infrastructure — broadband networks, health IT, and a smart power grid — will spur significant job creation in the short run, creating
approximately 949,000 U.S. jobs while leading to higher productivity, increased competitiveness, and improved quality of life.