Republicans pass sweeping tax bill in House amid budget brink
Republicans pushed through a tax measure 318 to 109, extending more than 50 expiring breaks and making over 20 permanent. The plan backs family credits, research and equipment deductions, and includes business and political compromises while triggering partisan debate over deficits and domestic funding. The White House signaled Obama would sign both tax and spending bills totaling over 2,200 pages.
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Pete Sessions
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Budget fight shapes tax vote and deadline clash in Pa
Lawmakers mull a tax increase amid budget cuts and school program closures for low income families. With Feb 16 filing for the primary, Republicans split from southeastern moderates over who bears the burden. House GOP numbers reach 119, influencing votes as Gov Wolf reconsiders a natural gas tax next year.
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State budget stalemate nears end in Harrisburg
Democrats and Gov. Wolf back a $30.8 billion budget plan with a 6 percent rise, plus over $1.2 billion in new tax revenue. House Republicans oppose key elements and seek charter school limits and altered education provisions. The package includes school funding, pensions reform, and liquor sale tweaks amid cost shifts and timing debates.
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Oklahoma road rage shootings kill two on Interstate 40
A suspect fired at vehicles across three counties in Oklahoma, killing a man from Arapaho and a woman from Lone Wolf. The driver surrendered after a 25 mile pursuit in Custer County. The case remains under investigation with charges possible Friday. Powell operated a Clinton rehabilitation business and was a noted community figure.
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Kent
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