Senate rejects plan to weaken safety rules for Mexican trucks
In a 65 to 35 vote the Senate blocked a Gramm proposed provision to raise safety standards on Mexican trucks in the United States, arguing it would violate NAFTA and deny access to the U.S. market. supporters cite stricter audits and inspections. The White House favors lenient rules and vetoes stricter measures.
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Bush pursues patient rights plan amid GOP delays
President Bush urged undecided lawmakers at the White House to back a patients rights bill amid House GOP divisions. A delay to August is possible as Republicans seek sufficient support, while Democrats push a rival bipartisan plan and some Republicans criticize leadership for postponing the vote.
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Coordinated federal effort to aid disabled launches
On the 11th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act the Bush administration announced a six-agency campaign to assess barriers and form an Interagency Council on Community Living. The council will report to the president by mid October with recommendations for living improvements.
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