(Washington, DC) - 

WHO: Congressman Baron Hill, local community leaders, experts on various economic issues, and interested members of the community.

WHAT: Economic forum to discuss the important economic issues facing Southern Indiana.  The forum will consist of three panel discussions:  Outlook on the Southern Indiana Economy, Moving toward Energy Independence and Perspectives on the Current Health Care Debate.  Time will be allotted during the event for questions, answers and discussion.

WHEN: Friday, September 4, 2009, 9:00 – 11:45 a.m. (EDT).  Check-in will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. 

WHERE: Indiana University Southeast
 Paul W. Ogle Cultural and Community Center
4201 Grant Line Rd.
New Albany, IN.