Nader group sues FAA over 777 300 evacuation approval
Ralph Nader's aviation consumer group sues the FAA for certifying the Boeing 777 300 without a full scale passenger evacuation test. The added 33 foot fuselage increases capacity to 550 with two new exits.
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Clinton to issue executive orders to advance agenda
President Clinton plans a series of executive orders amid GOP resistance to push domestic goals. The first move would require warning labels on pasteurization unverified fruit and vegetable juices, funded by a disputed 101 million food safety initiative. Rahm Emanuel notes cooperation or partisan progress.
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Michigan to ban assisted death by own action
Michigan lawmakers pass a bill banning assisted death by own action to curb Dr. Jack Kevorkian. Gov. John Engler vows to sign. effective Sept. 1 the crime carries up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Kevorkian vows trial, calling morality legislating. Wayne County prosecutor questions full effectiveness.
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States push back on Viagra Medicaid coverage
New York and Wisconsin health officials say they will not follow a federal directive to cover Viagra under Medicaid, questioning its safety and necessity. Michigan lawmakers weigh whether to ignore the order or face an annual $14 million bill, amid claims Viagra could cost agencies about $100 million yearly nationwide.
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