Senate votes split over cigarette tax hike to 1.10
In a key tobacco vote the Senate rejected a 1.50 per pack tax increase and approved a 1.10 rise to deter youth smoking. The result limits liberal aims to fund health programs and FDA nicotine regulation while conservatives decry the higher levy as unfair to low income Americans. President Clinton urged swift passage as lawmakers weighed tax and liability protections amid partisan clashes.
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Kentucky
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South Carolina
Daniel Inouye
Hawaii
Barbara Mikulski
Maryland
Albright urges Suharto reform as pressure builds
Secretary of State Albright urged rapid reforms by Indonesian President Suharto amid unrest and waning support. A senior official hinted at a resignation nudge, while another said she only pressed for faster implementation of his announced reform program. Suharto later announced his resignation in a nationwide address.
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House votes to curb satelli exports to China
The House backed four China policy restrictions within a $270 billion defense bill. Rep. Benjamin Gilman pushed to block Clinton from new missile technology deals during a Beijing visit, approved 417 to 4. Rep. Duncan Hunter urged banning satellite exports, passed 364 to 54.
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R-N.y
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Religion in Schools Blurred as Panel Voices Concerns
Washington AP report on a federal civil rights hearing where panelists urge clearer school policies on religion. They cite Clinton guidelines from 1995 stating schools must neither endorse nor exclude religion, noting gaps in practical applications and potential lawsuits.
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Commission On Civil Rights
Asian woes swell U S trade deficit
The Asian currency crisis drives a record March trade gap of 13 billion dollars for the United States, with deficits widening with Japan and China as imports rise to new highs. Treasury officials warn continued Asia weakness could worsen the outlook if Indonesia South Korea and Thailand fail to stabilize.
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