Bioterrorism funds approved for states and cities
Washington and other authorities allocate over 1 billion dollars to public health preparations for bioterrorism and disasters. States receive 20 percent immediately with plans due by March 15. California and New York City lead with large allocations. Los Angeles County, Chicago, and Washington DC receive sizable sums. federal agency leaders urge rapid use and plan approvals within 30 days.
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States receive funds to fight bioterrorism improvements
States began receiving money Thursday to strengthen labs train doctors and prepare for worst-case bioterror scenarios. Twenty percent of funds may be spent immediately while the rest require a submitted improvement plan. Louisiana specified.
Democrats release list of Bush pork projects in spending bill
Democrats expose 1,612 home district projects tucked into last year’s labor education health bill. The list names sponsors including Senate Majority Leader Daschle and House Speaker Hastert, while Bush seeks cuts and a Pell Grant funded tax cut. Budget office data show vast pork totals across recent appropriations.
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Bush extends federal benefits to unborn child
The Bush administration extends eligibility for a government health care program to embryos and fetuses from conception. Officials frame it as expanded prenatal care for low income mothers, while abortion opponents hail it as a victory and rights supporters warn of potential Roe v. Wade impact.
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