Task Force maps bold urban aid plan with $7 billion push
A Cabinet level task force outlines an expansive urban strategy to aid distressed cities. Proposals include an Urban Bank, tax incentives for growth, 500000 public works jobs, a $1 billion EDA expansion, continued revenue sharing, and broader programs across HUD, Transportation, Commerce, Labor and Treasury. The plan faces Domestic Council and OMB scrutiny and may be revised before Carter's March address.
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Abortion Vote in House Over Senate Compromise
Washington AP reports North Carolina representatives backed the rejection of a Senate compromise on government payments for poor women's abortions. Roll call shows Democrats Andrews Fountain Gudger Hefner Jones Neal Preyer Whitley voting yes with Rose not voting, plus Republicans Broyhill Martin voting yes. The House tally was 205 to 183.
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House Rejects Abortion Compromise in Funding Fight
The House defeated another compromise on government funded abortions as Senate opposition grows. Dispute endangers funding for Labor and Health, Education and Welfare, and the 240,000 employees they pay. Temporary funds expire tonight amid continued clashes over Medicaid and social services abortion provisions.
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