Clinton to aid lawmakers who defy the NRA pressured vote
President Clinton will back Democratic legislators who face challenges for backing gun control as the White House shifts to domestic policy. John Podesta said the administration will explain the case, raise funds, and support lawmakers in 2000 elections, while a universal prescription drug plan includes premiums for seniors.
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Train revival sparks rail funding and Texas station plans
Oklahoma City to Fort Worth results show broad support for passenger rail. Oklahoma Sen Don Nickles backed 23 million to return service and Amtrak contract worth 20 million over three years. TX cities eye station sites in Midland Odessa Abilene and Longview with TXDOT grants deadlines and cooperative regional plans.
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Conservatives push to end marriage tax penalty nationwide
The Family Research Council sponsors a two week radio ad campaign in 17 districts urging voters to pressure their representatives to eliminate the marriage tax penalty. Ads target 14 Republicans and 3 Democrats on the House tax panel and run through July 4 as lawmakers prepare tax-cut legislation. House Ways and Means chair Bill Archer holds hearings on two earner couples who pay about 1400 dollars more in taxes due to marriage.
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