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Import Limit Vote Reversal Forced by LBJ
President Johnson spurred the Senate Finance Committee to convene and adopt a $50 limit on overseas purchases duty free for travelers. In hours of maneuver, two Democrats switched votes, reversing an 8 7 morning result to 11 6, with Byrd opposed. The ceiling expires June 30 and reverts to $500 after that date without new legislation. The panel also cut Virgin Islands duty free allowances and barred mailed duties. Rep John Byrnes warned of potential hardship for travelers.
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