Postal Service posts $3.1 billion profit and debt drop
The U S Postal Service reports fiscal 2004 net income of 3.1 billion with debts down from 7.3 to 1.8 billion. Advertising mail rises while first class volumes fall, prompting rate changes likely next year. Rates promised not to rise until 2006, but flexibility sought amid pension and policy debates.
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Federal rules push headrests, skip back seat mandate
U S regulators require higher front head restraints by 2008 to reduce whiplash injuries. Back seat headrests remain optional due to cost and limited injury data. Industry groups broadly support the rule, while advocates criticize concessions on back seats and loosened protections.
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Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers
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Gerald Donaldson
Advocates For Highway and Auto Safety
Donaldson
Runge
Insurance Institute of Highway Safety
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