Aiken carriage tours seek clarity on new rules
Local carriage operators debate proposed ordinances affecting Horse District tours. Gautier defends tradition and safety standards while noting concerns over limits on carriages and potential permit costs. Industry owners seek clearer definitions of tours and drives amid questions on neighborhood impact.
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Jean-Paul Gautier
Tier
Aiken
Gautier
Laurens Street
Horse District
Gassman
Babineau
States Push Tougher Mercury Rules Beyond EPA Plan
At least 22 states say Bush administration limits on mercury from coal plants are too soft and pursue stricter rules. Some require up to 90 percent cuts, faster timelines, or ban trading rights, arguing local hot spots and newer tech complicate nationwide trading.
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Gautier
EPA
Washington, D.C
Environmental Protection Agency
National Association of Clean Air Agencies
Bill Becker
Becker
Riedinger Saiut
Idaho
Rhode Island
Vermont
Ohio
Florida
Debate Over Paper Trails for Electronic Voting in South Carolina
South Carolina officials discuss voter verified paper records amid concerns about e voting. Advocates cite security and audit benefits while opponents warn costs and secrecy risks. Some counties used paper printouts for voter review, but state leaders wary of mandates.
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South Carolina
VerifiedVoting.org
South Carolina Elections Commission
Butch Bowers
Florida
U.S
Bush Hold
D-N.j
Congress
Holt
Georgia
Cathy Cox
Mississippi
Informa
Mansars
Cox
Chris Riggall
Bowers
Bhatia
She
Rutherford
Andino
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