Senate panel ponders farm bill measures and loans
The Senate Agriculture Committee weighs tightening farm lending under a seven year bill aimed at curbing losses from programs costing taxpayers over 12 billion since 1989. It would limit direct operating loans, push gradual private lending, and cap payments while comparing a House proposal for fixed annual payments.
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Discovery astronauts form close crew after nine months
Discovery's five astronaut crewmates from Ohio and New York say long training has forged friendships beyond a shuttle team. They describe strong bonds, mutual fit, and ongoing medical and military experiments aboard the orbiting lab as they prepare to land in Florida.
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Clinton seeks new funds for anti-terrorism and Oklahoma City recovery
President Clinton requests 474 million dollars for anti-terrorism programs and Oklahoma City recovery for the new fiscal year starting October 1, separate from 7.1 billion in disaster relief and other anti-terrorism funds in the current year. The proposal follows a vetoed bill and stalled legislation due to two liberal Democrats.
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