Dannemeyer amendment on school prayer sparks House vote
In a slow session on May 9, Rep. William Dannemeyer proposed blocking federal funds to any state or local education agency that denies or hinders voluntary prayer in public schools. The House passed the amendment 269 to 125, triggering a debate on church and state. The piece argues the amendment weakens individual prayer rights and risks establishment of religion, urging neutrality in public schools and distinction between teacher and chaplain led prayers.
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Military pensions and ex wives a 1980s legal fight
A 1981 Supreme Court ruling barred divorced wives from sharing military retirement pay. Congress passed the Former Spouse Protection Act in 1982 to allow half of the pension earned during marriage in community property states, but the law defined pension components narrowly. The court later held that ex-spouses receive no portion of disability benefits, prompting calls for clearer legislation. Justice O Connor dissented urging a broad reading to fulfill the act’s intent. Congress is urged to redraft to apply ordinary divorce laws to military benefits again.
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Veterans unite to protect benefits from federal cuts
Jim W. James of Rock River Valley Viet-Now urges veterans to press congress and senators to oppose amendments and cuts to veterans benefits. He notes prior defeat of a Senate amendment seeking a cut-off date and calls for united action across veterans groups, stressing that elected representatives should reflect voters' will.
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Veterans United
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Jim W. James
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Bleacher Rail Accident Injures Three Dixon Custodians
Three Dixon High School custodians were injured when a section of bleacher railing fell in Lancaster Gymnasium at 10 a.m. They were treated and released after being taken to KSB Hospital. The floor buckled near the east balcony as workers pushed the bleachers, causing the railing to detach and fall.
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All-state photographer earns Dixon Telegraph tribute
The Dixon Telegraph editor praises Jerry Pauser for a year of standout work as a high school senior turning pro. He filled in as photographer, earned color print orders, and was hailed as first team all-state for professional performance. Jerry plans to continue this summer before college.
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Putting some sense in our taxing system
Copley News Service reports that IRS fringe benefit rules unfairly tax transit passes and company van pools while free parking remains untaxed. Rep. Matsui introduces HR 2265 to remove taxes on van pools and allow up to 60 dollars monthly transit subsidies tax free, arguing energy savings and cleaner air offset revenue losses.
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Robert Matsui
D-Calif
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