Senators contest ethanol role in Clinton era policy
Lawmakers from the Corn Belt challenge EPA clean fuels rules tied to ethanol. They argue the industry drains the treasury and highway fund by 340 million annually while supporters say higher ethanol use reduces other payments by 580 million in 1998. Senator Harkin defends the policy as mischaracterized.
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Tom Harkin
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Crop insurance reform eyed by Espy targets cheaper subsidies
Espy outlined a plan to sharply cut crop insurance costs for farmers by shifting to individual production rates and requiring participation in catastrophic coverage. The proposal would repeal automatic disaster aid, require waivers for future relief, and rely on a $1 billion start up expected to save the government about $750 million yearly.
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Office of Management and Budget
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