House cuts into Bush Iraq plans and tax code changes
House Republicans unveil an 86.7 billion dollar package for Iraq and Afghanistan, trimming the Iraq reconstruction fund to 18.6 billion while preserving a grant style approach. Bill Young promises tweaks before panel action, as Democrats push to curb spending and Republicans weigh the political cost amid deficits. The Senate aims to approve its version during its Columbus Day recess.
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White House creates group to oversee reconstruction efforts
The White House plans a larger role for supervising Afghanistan and Iraq rebuilding and spending, cutting bureaucracy and accelerating work. Condoleezza Rice would lead the Iraq Stabilization Group to ensure coordination, with Congress proposing tweaks to the $65.6 billion military request and added armor funding.
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Moore seeks government pay for troops home leave
Kansas Representative Dennis Moore proposes legislation to cover travel costs for soldiers on two week home leave from Iraq and Afghanistan. He notes current policy leaves troops to pay connecting travel, with 82 co sponsors and bipartisan support. Estimates range from 30 million to 100 million, and the 129th Transportation Company from near Olathe is slated to return home.
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