House backs year end Jobs for Main Street Act
The House passed the Jobs for Main Street Act a 217 to 212 vote to fund about 154 billion dollars in public works and aid to states and localities plus unemployment, health subsidies and other renewals. The plan excludes Social Security payments tax credits and energy efficiency credits and faces a Senate run next year.
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Senate kills single payer health plan amid push for 60 votes
The Senate blocked a government run health plan as Sen. Sanders pledged a return. Coburn demanded the full 767 page bill be read, stalling debate. Nelson weighed a abortion restriction compromise to secure support for Obama’s health care overhaul.
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U S considers tougher sanctions as Iran nears nuclear know how
Washington notes rising concern over Iran obtaining the know how to build a nuclear weapon. Officials cite a purported Iranian document reported by The Times of London as part of a broader pattern, though authenticity remains unconfirmed. White House and European allies push for early next year penalties amid a missile test that strengthens sanctions support.
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Defense bill extends COBRA aid and unemployment through 2010
The 2010 Defense Appropriations bill would lengthen the COBRA health insurance subsidy from nine to 15 months and extend eligibility to February 28, 2010, with about 7 million Americans aided previously. It also expands unemployment benefits through February 28, 2010 and allocates 77.2 million dollars for defense projects in Iowa including over 7 million for Rockwell Collins in Cedar Rapids.
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U N climate talks hinge on U S ideas amid protests
In Copenhagen negotiators clash over equity and turnout. Poor nations resist Western pledges while protests erupt outside the conference site as leaders aim to sign a historic climate pact.
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Roy Disney dies at 79 after yearlong cancer battle
Roy E. Disney, nephew of Walt Disney, who wielded behind the scenes influence at The Walt Disney Co. and helped spur the exit of former Chief Michael Eisner, died Wednesday in Newport Beach, California. He was 79.
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