House bill boosts Pentagon funding raises pay and health care
The House approved a 288 billion defense bill by a 367 to 58 vote sending it to the Senate. It funds military pay up 3.7 percent and health care up 9 percent, with new brigades and billions for procurement and R&D to strengthen U S defense.
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Fire safety lapses at Yo semite and six parks draw GAO critique
A General Accounting Office study criticizes the National Park Service for weak fire prevention nationwide. In Yo semite, defective sprinklers and uninstalled detectors were cited alongside unmanned extinguishers and uninspected staff housing. Park officials say they aim to coordinate plans by September to meet standards.
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