Senate pact extends payroll tax relief and pipeline decision
Senate leaders reach accord to extend Social Security payroll tax cuts and unemployment benefits for two months while demanding a swift decision on the Keystone XL pipeline. The deal, likely to pass House and be signed by Obama, links relief to a 60 day pipeline determination affecting thousands of jobs, with a construction payroll of up to 6,000 to 20,000 direct positions.
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Congress Delays Light Bulb Standards Law Change
Congress moves to delay enforcement of the 2007 light bulb efficiency law until October, sparking debate. Republicans argue it reduces government overreach while environmentalists and industry warn of confusion and lost energy savings as 100-watt bulbs face phased standards.
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Penn State coach recalls report of abuse in showers
Mike McQueary testified he saw Jerry Sandusky in a campus shower with a naked boy, heard water and slapping sounds, and told his father then Joe Paterno. The account highlighted alleged coverups as Curley and Schultz faced trial for lying to a grand jury about McQueary’s report.
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Pennsylvania
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Schultz
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