Texas Legislature Prepares Budget Fight Ahead of Inauguration
Lt. Gov. Barnes warns Senate budget writers that emergency funding is needed to avert welfare aid shortages for dependents and medical help. Gov. Smith plans a broad agenda after his second-term inauguration as legislators push a $7.5 billion biennial budget and up to $576 million in new revenue.
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Welfare funding faces halt without emergency aid
Welfare officials warn AFDC and Medicaid could be cut by March without new funds. A $34.9 million emergency appropriation is sought to sustain aid. a proposed shift to state treasury channels may unlock extra federal matching. COURTS SPEAK notes cover water rights, Sunday closing law, cab licensing, and discrimination suits. OPINIONS BY MARTIN include license and registration rulings and a draft call increase for 1971.
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