Prescription drug bill moves to Senate
The House approved a GOP prescription drug bill amid veto threats from President Clinton and doubts about Senate passage. Republicans praise private insurance subsidies for a $40 billion five year plan, while Democrats push a government run uniform benefit estimated at $100 billion over five years. AARP stays neutral as electoral politics frame the debate.
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Court orders more study on abortion procedure
The Supreme Court ordered federal appeals courts to reexamine Illinois and Wisconsin partial birth abortion bans under the standards of its Nebraska ruling that found the law created an undue burden on a woman’s right. It let stand Iowa’s similar ban struck down earlier, and urged lower courts to ensure constitutional application while preventing broader prohibitions on other abortion procedures.
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U.S. economy grows 5.5 percent in Q1 2000 amid higher inflation
The Commerce Department reports GDP rose 5.5 percent in the first quarter, slightly above prior estimates, with energy prices driving most inflation to 3.5 percent. Excluding energy and food, inflation is 2.2 percent. Fed kept rates steady, signaling possible hike by August if inflation worsens. Wealth-keeping analysts await further signs of sustained growth.
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Wildfire Threatens Hanford Nuclear Reservation
A massive wildfire near the Hanford nuclear reservation in Washington burned toward radioactive waste areas, destroying homes and forcing about 7,000 residents from West Richland and Benton City. Evacuations continued as the fire scorched 150,000 acres amid 100 degree heat and 30 mph winds, with officials cautious over potential radioactive spread.
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Gary Locke
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Federal Laboratory
House Leaders Seek Pay Raise for Members of Congress
House leaders from both parties agreed to press for a 3 percent cost of living pay raise for members of Congress, potentially lifting salaries by 4200 to 145,500 starting January. The decision was made at a meeting of top House Republicans and Democrats who also agreed not to use the raise in this fall’s elections. Rep Tom Davis notes lawmakers can vote their own way if not partisan.
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