Judge Rules Against Beef Grade Changes
Omaha based federal judge Robert Denney blocked USDA revisions to national beef grading rules. He cited failure to file a complete economic impact statement and the tying of yield to quality grading. The decision pauses the reforms, with appeals anticipated by IMPAC and related groups.
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California passes landmark farm labor bill in push for calm
Sacramento AP California lawmakers approved a landmark farm labor bill with broad support from growers and major unions. Gov. Brown plans to sign next week, saying the measure creates worker rights to organize and labor stability. The law takes effect August 28 ahead of fall lettuce and grape harvests, requiring state supervised secret elections for union certification and permitting harvest time strikes and limited secondary boycotts.
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Miss Weber joins Tassels Senior Honorary at CMSU
Terry Jean Weber becomes a member of Tassels Senior Women's Honorary at Central Missouri State University. Selection is limited to 16 members based on scholarship leadership and personal qualifications. Weber is a senior elementary education major and daughter of Randall W. and Mrs. Weber of Mexico.
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Brezhnev Hints at Retirement and New Soviet Leader
NATO officials report Moscow signals Brezhnev may retire next year and foresees a European security summit as his career capstone. Western observers note health concerns and a farewell tour plan including a July visit to Ford and a September European summit.
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US Says Plane Wasn't Spying
US officials say the American U2 reconnaissance plane that crashed in West Germany was not on a spy mission. The craft was testing navigational equipment over West Germany when it made an emergency landing near Winterberg. Captain Robert R. Pendleman ejected and was treated in Wiesbaden in good condition. no ground injuries reported.
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Missouri Senate approves death penalty bill
The Missouri Senate approved a death penalty bill for premeditated murder amid arguments about constitutionality and morality. Supporters argued it would deter crime. opponents urged abolition. The measure, using the gas chamber, now goes to the House with a conference plan likely to resolve differences before June adjournment.
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States Tax Rebate Checks Sparks Tax Dilemma States Vary on Rebate Taxation
An Associated Press survey shows six states tax federal rebate money while 15 consider state income taxes on the rebate. Four of the 15 exempted rebates. five states decided not to tax. four have pending legislation. Montana estimates 34.2 million in rebates with 1.7 million in state tax. South Carolina plans special tax form instructions. Oregon may exempt rebates. enactments exist in several states with others waiting. The issue hinges on deducting federal tax from state income and how rebates affect next year’s returns.
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