Levees near Lincoln Memorial risk failure in major flood
A 70-year-old levee system protecting Washington landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial and the National Archives faces potential breach in a big storm, threatening up to 10 feet of water and about 200 million dollars in damage. Federal officials note aging infrastructure nationwide as Congress funds inventories and reviews standards after Katrina.
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New disability rule changes spark broad concern
Washington AP reports proposed Americans with Disabilities Act regulations affecting facilities from courthouses to miniature golf courses. The Justice Department's 1000 pages require accessibility upgrades, with miniature courses needing half their holes wheelchair accessible. Critics cite cost and clarity gaps amid projected $23 billion in costs over 40 years, while advocates seek stronger protections and clearer definitions, especially for service animals and accessible technologies.
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