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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 2003
Page
12
Lawmakers in Columbia convened the 115th General Assembly at noon to confront a budget shortfall and potential tax increases. Governor-elect Sanford urged collaboration as Democrats seek to reconnect with constituents while warning on veto dynamics.
Sanford’s historic Senate floor appearance marks a new era as he defeats Democrat Hodges to secure the governorship. He outlines aims to restructure government, fix the budget, and reform taxes, while inaugural events include a Trinity Cathedral service, swearing in of Lt. Gen Andre Bauer and other officers, a public greeting at the Governor’s Mansion, and a large barbecue in a flag-decorated shed with extensive flag display.
Hodges sues the DOE claiming the move of plutonium from Rocky Flats to the Savannah River Site for a $4 billion conversion plant lacks proper environmental study. President Bush signed a defense bill setting removal timelines and fining the DOE for failing to meet plutonium processing goals. Hodges spokeswoman calls the legislation not a solution but better than nothing.
Janet Reno says she is focused on personal matters and is not ruling in or out a 2004 Senate run if Bob Graham seeks the presidency. Florida law could allow dual pursuit, but timing hinges on Graham's decision. State Democrats see Reno as a potential nominee to help regain Senate control in 2004.
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