Supreme Court agrees to hear two same sex marriage cases
The court will review California's ban on same sex marriage and a federal law denying federal benefits to legally married gay couples. Justices signal a major civil rights term with potential decisions by late June.
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Meat and grain limits eased in school lunches
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told Congress the department will allow more meat and grains in student meals, removing daily and weekly maximums to ease transition to new standards. The letter cites September implementation and aims to prevent hunger while schools adjust menu planning.
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Request for Sandy aid faces hurdles in Congress
President Obama's request for 60.4 billion dollars in federal aid for Superstorm Sandy hit states faces tough odds as Congress races to finish by year end amid fiscal cliff pressure. Lawmakers must weigh the relief package against the crowded end-of-year agenda and budget woes.
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