Democrat filibuster rule changes eyed in Senate debate
Senate Democrats push for easier end to filibusters and revised rules tied to annual appropriations. Republicans express concern over partisan wielding and potential DOJ objections and recall past long floor speeches as they weigh the impact on minority action and research-backed compromises.
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Lawmakers debate deconsolidation and single member plan
Rep Huff pushes a revised plan for Aiken County schools and a referendum on deconsolidation. He urges county boards to prepare proposals for federal scrutiny while delay on re filing remains possible. Irene Rudnick returns to Columbia and challenges House dress rules with a resolution on wearing slacks.
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Postal Service withdraws ammo by mail plan
Washington AP The U S Postal Service dropped a proposed rule to allow shipping ammunition through the mail after opposition from a police association and a former policeman in Congress. Gene Gardner, a USPS official who drafts mailability rules, said he acted from duty after finding a 1986 transportation regulation permitting it.
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