Squeeze play may cut hospital care for poor
Washington reports government moves to weaken Hill Burton charity-care orders for hospitals built with federal funds. New rules would require free care at three percent of operating costs or four percent of original loan, with exemptions for many facilities. AHA warned private rates could rise to cover costs, amid opposition notes.
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APY
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Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Federal Register
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American Hospitals Association
AHA
House urged to fix revenue sharing plan
Washington lawmakers debate a revenue sharing bill as Rep. George Mahon criticizes the proposal and warns of higher taxes next year. He condemns lobbying by mayors and officials while House leaders weigh timing and amendments amid opposition.
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Washington
George
Mahon
Senate approves lead poisoning bill to boost funding
The Senate unanimously passed a bill authorizing 100 million dollars annually to fight lead paint poisoning in poor housing. Up to 200 children may die and 40,000 become affected yearly. Sen Edward M Kennedy urged rapid action, saying the measure could save hundreds of lives. The proposal moves to the House for consideration.
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UPI
Senate
Edward M. Kennedy
D-Mass
Chill
DDT ban may hike food costs in California
Fresno and California agriculture officials warn the federal DDT ban will raise farm prices as substitutes, mainly phosphates, cost more and require more frequent application. Citrus and alfalfa seed sectors face the biggest impact with the ban set for December 31. University of California officials say substitutes exist for most crops except citrus, alfalfa seed, peppers, onions.
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UPI
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John Hillis
Agriciloral Chemicals Unit
State Department of Agriculture
University of California
John EB. Swift
Sierra Club Backs Ban on DDT Use
The Sierra Club said the federal ban on DDT is long overdue due to environmental harm evidence. It noted DDT is virtually useless in the United States and cited involvement as a co-plaintiff in a civil suit with the Environmental Defense Fund, Audubon Society, and West Michigan Environmental Action Council.
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Martha Mitchell backs Kennedy for Democratic nomination
Martha Mitchell, recovering from a recent illness, predicts Rodger Kennedy will win the Democratic presidential nomination. She tells reporters regular Democrats reject McGovern as she notes Democrats and Russians invite her to Russia while acknowledging Nixon has broad support. She cites unnamed prominent Democrats who refuse McGovern and hints Agnew or Connally could be VP candidates. She plans to remain active in the campaign and jokes about Russia and jail.
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Agnew
Treasury
John B. Connally
States push harder cleanup rules under federal plan
Washington must curb emissions under 1870 Clean Air Act framework. EPA approved state plans including Guam and territories, then proposed stricter limits for 24 states and Virgin Islands. The agency targets nitrogen oxides hydrocarbons, with broader updates planned for remaining states and the District.
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