Senate rejects balanced budget amendment amid deficit debate
The Senate voted 63 to 37 against a constitutional balanced budget amendment after a lengthy clash over whether deficits threaten the nation's financial health. Supporters argued it would curb red ink, while opponents warned it could erode constitutional balance and democratic process.
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Reno unveils nationwide plan to fight gangs
Justice Department launches Anti Violent Crime Enforcement Initiative to coordinate federal state and local efforts. Reno calls it historic and cites data sharing wiretap training and coordination across districts. Gore says no new legislation or funding required.
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Arizona Congressmen See Voters Drive Balanced Budget Amendment
Arizona lawmakers forecast a voter backlash and another election before a constitutional balance budget amendment clears Congress. While the Senate blocked the measure for now Arizona representatives argue public support will eventually prevail. Key figures include Rep. Jon Kyl Sen. Dennis DeConcini Sen. John McCain Rep. Sam Coppersmith Rep. Karan English and Sen. Paul Simon with betting on House action and potential Senate hurdles after the 1994 elections.
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EPA orders 88 percent cut in toxic emissions
The EPA issued sweeping rules requiring 370 chemical plants nationwide to slash toxic air emissions by about 500000 tons annually, an 88 percent reduction and the smog-clearing equivalent of removing 38 million cars from roads. Administrator Carol Browner calls it a major breakthrough after two decades of gridlock. The package includes six clean-air regulations, with another key rule targeting nitrogen oxide from power plants to cut 2 million tons yearly. The order, mandated by the 1990 Clean Air Act, followed delays under the prior administration and Bush OMB scrutiny.
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