Tobacco firms fuel House panel with large contributions
Philip Morris gave $100 000 to Republican coffers on Feb 24 as the National Republican Congressional Committee raised 227 750 in soft money in Q1 1998. The contributions come as tobacco industry seeks to influence tobacco regulation during a key settlement debate. The NRCC total for Jan 1 to March 31 reached 8.7 million in regular gifts plus 4 million soft money. Senate and House leaders from both parties will report latest contributions next week.
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Auto insurance rates fall nationwide amid competition
Auto insurance premiums are dropping in at least 43 states and the District of Columbia for the first time since the late 1970s. The average policy may fall about 1 percent to 642 dollars annually as safer cars, disciplined underwriting, and reduced fraud curb losses. California reports 5.5 to 10 percent decreases amid strong competition and stricter uninsured motorist enforcement.
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Drunk driving laws tighten as aging drivers rise
Auto insurance and stock market trends reflect tougher drunken driving rules. The lawsuit boom of the 80s and early 90s waned while accidents and fatalities declined. The aging baby boom generation is cited as a key factor, with drivers changing habits as they age.
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Ex-police officer sentenced in black motorist's death
Walter Budzyn, a former Detroit officer, was sentenced to four to 15 years for involuntary manslaughter in the 1992 death of Malice Green after a retrial. He may be released pending credit for time served, while Green’s widow spoke of the victim’s family.
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