Bush seeks NASA budget boost for moon base and Mars mission
A senior official says President Bush plans a $1 billion five year increase to NASA funding to support a lunar base by 2020 and a manned Mars expedition after 2030, with a shift from shuttle and ISS costs. Officials briefed reporters anonymously as details emerge for a Wednesday speech.
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Court weighs protections for disabled in ADA case
The Supreme Court faces whether disabled plaintiff George Lane can sue Tennessee for up to 100000 over lack of an elevator at the Polk County courthouse. Tennessee argues Congress overstepped. the case tests federal versus state power and sovereign immunity in ADA enforcement.
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Verenes Named President at Security Federal Bank
Verenes a native of Aiken has been named president of Security Federal. He has held roles at Riegel Textile and the Control Data Business Technology Center before joining Washington Group International fifteen years ago. Verenes has served on the State Board of Education and led local boards, earning community leadership honors.
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Lawmakers tackle budget and bills on opening day at State House
Lawmakers opened the session with jovial crowds at the State House as about 100 new bills moved to committees. The Senate faced technical issues delaying its sound system and captioning while the House greeted members with camaraderie. A bill to add Essie Mae Washington-Williams to the Thurmond monument progressed, and tattoo parlors were legalized after years of debate with new health standards and restrictions. ABATE members joined the lobby, urging motorcycle safety measures and testing after fatal crashes.
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West Columbia
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