Expensive Stealth Bomber to Dominate Congressional Debate
Washington lawmakers focus on the Advanced Technology Bomber nicknamed Stealth as Northrop prep a full prototype. Rep. Les Aspin says studies look good on paper but no prototype yet, while Rep. Mike Synar seeks cost data and GAO review amid warnings of a possible 75 billion price tag. Some call for continuing B-1B production until Stealth proven, to replace aging B-52s.
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Delaware approves brain death law defining death for medical use
Delaware Governor signs legislation defining brain death as the irreversible loss of all brain activity, including the brain stem, and allowing doctors to remove life support after a determination. The measure, championed by Sen. Robert Berndt, is modeled on AMA and ABA work and endorsed by the medical community. Castle signed the bill February 5 with public disclosure later.
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