Reagan hints at defense cuts in deficit plan
President Reagan signaled possible reductions to the Pentagon buildup as part of a broader deficit reduction package to Congress next year. He praised a Treasury tax simplification plan, defended against tax hikes, and indicated tentative domestic cuts for 1986 while keeping Social Security and debt interest off-limits. He also hinted at a potential one year freeze on Social Security increases.
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Reagan
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Treasury Department
White Houses
David A. Stockman
Saides
Defense Department
Treasury
Donald T. Regan
Budget trimming could cost Texas millions in federal funds
A Texas official says Reagan’s 1986 budget plan could slash nearly 34 billion dollars in domestic programs, forcing cities and state governments to cover shortfalls. Losses include 250 million in revenue sharing, 200 million for community development, 21 million for urban grants, and 180 million for interstate highways, with oil revenue drops also looming.
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Lif
Reagan
John “Hanson
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Hanson
White House
State Comptroller’s Office
John Moore
Suspension decision on Baytown fire captain delayed again
Baytown Fire Department Captain Cecil Clemmer remains under indefinite suspension after an arbitrator from the American Arbitration Association heard final testimony in October. A decision, initially due within 30 days, has faced a 60 day extension and a further two week delay at the arbitrator's request. Clemmer protested the May suspension and sought third party arbitration under new state law.
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Cecil Clemmer
Richard Hare
City of
American Arbitration Association
Hare
Clemmer
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