Surrogate motherhood clears major legal obstacle in Kansas
In Topeka Kansas the first legal hurdle to surrogate motherhood was cleared Attorney General Robert Stephan said a custody contract with a surrogate mother cannot be enforced though the practice is not illegal The Hagar Institute founders said the ruling helps the concept while plans continue to recruit surrogate mothers and prospective couples for a service costing about 25000 dollars further legislation may be sought in 1983
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Reagan Eyes Flat Tax Rate as Tempting Reform
President Reagan told 13 Western state officials that a flat rate income tax is a tempting idea though it alarms charities and universities which fear losing donation deductions. He urged study, cited taxpayer calls for simplicity, and noted few high earners used the inflation‑adjusted simplified form.
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Dormitory for Congressional Pages Revisited Amid Allegations
Washington lawmakers renew calls for an official dormitory to supervise pages ages 14 to 18 after reports of drug trafficking and illicit sex. Efforts stalled previously. land is purchased near the Capitol, but approval rests with House commission and funding. Ethics and Justice investigations touch on allegations of cocaine use by several congressmen.
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Texas
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Dmass
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Brucellosis Threat Triggers Interstate Tension In Cattle Trade
Florida leads in brucellosis cases with 1,700+ cattle herds under quarantine and a 750000 calf export rate. States like Missouri North Dakota and others tighten import rules while Florida plans to bolster its image and push progress against the disease amid federal program cuts.
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British Rail Woes Deepen Amid Massive Strike Impact
London commuters faced worsening traffic as rail engineers strike entered a fourth day. British Rail warned of a possible complete shutdown if funds run dry, with government suspending a weekly subsidy and trains running at a fraction of normal levels. The dispute centers on new flexible schedules tied to pay rises, while unions blame job losses on concessions.
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