Congress debates budget and expands terrorism and housing programs
Senate and House votes outline the 2008 military budget and Iraq policy. HR 2761 renews a terrorism risk insurance program with 85 percent federal coverage and a $100 billion cap. HR 3580 grants the FDA new postmarket authority to withdraw unsafe products. HR 1852 expands FHA loan limits and funding for housing services. HR 2881 authorizes $68 billion for FAA over four years. Other measures address tours of duty, Iraq funds, habeas corpus rights, and DC representation.
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