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States Win Ownership of Coastal Lands in Oil Rich Bill
The Senate voted 50 to 35 to grant states control of lands within their coastal boundaries and a share of offshore oil revenues. Debate centered on federal rights versus state ownership, with references to past vetoes and court rulings. The House already passed a similar measure, and final action hinges on conference decisions and a potential presidential veto.
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Supreme Court
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O'Mahoney
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