Immigration panel urges gradual cut in legal immigration
A federal advisory panel plans to recommend a one third reduction in legal immigration and a reshuffling of visa priorities to speed entry for spouses and minor children of legal residents. It would end decades of visa preferences for siblings and adult children of U S citizens, focusing on immediate relatives and skilled qualifications. The nine member Commission on Immigration Reform, led by Barbara Jordan, seeks to reshape policy with Congress’ input amid partisan divides.
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Immigration advisory panel to present recommendations this month
An immigration advisory panel will present recommendations to Congress later this month marking the biggest shift in migrant selection policies in over four decades. Members say public attitudes rather than perceived high immigration levels influenced their views and the panel also urges faster admission of spouses and children of legal residents.
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FDA Requires Simpler Labels for OTC Drugs
FDA plans uniform easy to read labels on nonprescription medicines to reduce consumer confusion. First products with clearer labeling now reach shelves, with full regulatory compliance to follow over several years.
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U S Lets Bosnian Govt Use Unmanned Spy Planes
U S officials authorize Bosnia and Herzegovina to deploy unmanned aerial vehicles for surveillance and reconnaissance as tensions rise over regional air operations. The move aligns with ongoing efforts to support the Bosnian government amid volatile security conditions.
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Mladic demands guarantees before sharing info on downed pilot
UN reports Gen. Ratko Mladic refuses to disclose details about the American pilot until NATO air strikes in Bosnia end and a meeting with UN forces chief Bertrand Janvier occurs. Meanwhile Serbs press Sarajevo with shelling killing four and wounding eight as Lt. Gen. Rupert Smith draws up a road exit plan.
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Lobbying Powerhouses Draw Scrutiny in Congress Probe
Washington AP report details congressional scrutiny of AARP. It covers the 33 million member nonprofit's finances, tax status, and business ventures, noting revenue streams from insurance, car rental, and services. The June 13 hearing before Sen. Simpson's Finance subcommittee examines nonprofit claims and federal grants.
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NRA Tax Exemption Probe Eyed by IRS
The National Rifle Association faces a sweeping IRS audit expected to review its tax exempt status and finances amid allegations of irregularities by former board members. Neal Knox, NRA official, said auditors informed the group the audit began earlier this year and could last two to three years, possibly requiring office space for investigators.
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NRA officials claim IRS audit is political motivation
Federal rangers seldom fire, records show. A faction that gained control of the organization in 1991 and 1992 says NRA officials believe the IRS audit is politically motivated. Knox and others claim the action targets the gun lobby for its role in defeating Democratic candidates in 1994 and pressuring to unseat President Clinton.
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