Congress must save stem cell research
Congress faces a clash over embryonic stem cell research after Judge Royce C. Lamberth blocked federally funded work despite $546 million in past support. The ruling hinges on Dickey-Wicker, with advocates urging Congress to clarify intent and preserve ongoing and future projects as scientists await funding decisions and policy guidance.
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Candor on TxDOT funds highlights Texas road needs and debt
Texas faces a funding gap for transportation infrastructure far larger than current budgets. Projections from 1997 to 2030 show needs of up to 313 billion dollars, while annual budget and diversions cover far less. Debt service on bonds will cost about 400 million annually through 2032, underscoring inadequate budgeting for roads.
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Baytown Pirates Bay Waterpark Poll Results
A Baytown survey shows 54 percent love Pirates Bay Waterpark, 9 percent hate it, and 37 percent are indifferent. The results reflect overall satisfaction with the park’s features and accessibility.
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Baytown Sun Contact List
Publisher Janie Gray advertising director Angie Pagel and others are listed with Baytown Sun contact emails for newsroom and business operations. The page provides roles Publisher Advertising Director Circulation Manager and Business Manager along with emails.
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The Sun Welcomes Letters and Guest Columns Policy
The Baytown Sun invites original unsigned letters not accepted. Submissions with signatures must be addressed to The Baytown Sun and fit within word limits. Letters up to 250 words and guest columns up to 500 words are considered for publication.
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Baytown Sun Contact and Delivery Information
The Baytown Sun lists contact numbers for news, retail, classifieds, circulation and fax. It publishes five days a week from Baytown Texas and offers redelivery if readers do not receive their paper by set times.
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Competition and innovation begin in the classroom
Texas families ready children for a new school year as school and home study rise amid calls to expand STEM education and national partnerships. U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison cites low readiness in math and science, urges tax relief for R&D and expansion of UTeach style teacher training nationwide.
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