Kansas lawmakers weigh kickback risk amid contract systems
Kansas legislators and officials say a Maryland style kickback system could exist here though laws ban it. They cite competitive bidding on state contracts, public bid openings, and a strong post audit system as safeguards, with officials stressing need for broad conduct guidelines and integrity.
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States Push to Lure Movie Producers With Incentives
Advertisements in Hollywood papers promote a Colorado location book and Mississippi film support as states trumpet campaigns to attract filming. New Mexico leads regional incentives with a $100,000 budget and a growing network of services. others like Texas Arizona and California are active in securing location shoots and tourism benefits.
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Sweden Seeks Thaw in U.S. Ties Despite Vietnam Defeatist Tone
In New York Sweden’s Foreign Minister Krister Wickman predicts a thaw with the United States and says no forgiveness from President Nixon over Sweden’s Vietnam stance. He notes continued critical dialogue but expects normal diplomatic relations soon and cites U.S. antiwar defectors in Sweden and ongoing cooperation on a world food conference.
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