NEW : Sen. Reid says the plan is a litmus test for Republican intentions . In addition , the plan proposes $ 60 billion for infrastructure development such as repairing roads and bridges , including establishment of an infrastructure bank to help finance such projects . Obama wants the $ 447 billion plan paid for by a broader deficit-reduction deal . Speaker Boehner says Obama 's proposals merit consideration . Comment:
NEW : Sen. Reid says the plan is a litmus test for Republican intentions . Obama wants the $ 447 billion plan paid for by a broader deficit-reduction deal . Speaker Boehner says Obama 's proposals merit consideration . Comment: