House extends ban on Internet taxes
The House approved a five year renewal of the Internet tax moratorium in a 352 to 75 vote. The bill blocks states from taxing Internet access and online activity and bars new online taxes while repealing a 1998 grandfather clause. Supporters call it essential for growth in e commerce. opponents warn of lost state revenue and tax policy delays.
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Elian Gonzalez relatives in court for asylum bid
In Atlanta, Elian Gonzalez relatives pressed to let the 6 year old apply for asylum on his own. Court reunites with his father seeking to send him to Cuba, as security tightened around the building and supporters gathered outside.
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New Mexico blaze devastates Los Alamos neighborhoods
A firestorm swept Los Alamos burning at least 100 homes as 18,000 residents fled, with White Rock evacuees seeking shelter. Firefighters retreated due to 50 60 mph winds while water shortages hampered efforts. President Clinton declared a major disaster as Los Alamos National Laboratory faced its first fire shutdown.
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Espanola
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Jeff Bingaman
Pete Domenici
Microsoft asks court to reject call for split
Microsoft urged U S District Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson to dismiss the plan to split the company in two, arguing there is no basis for such punishment and offering remedies to curb its conduct. The government and 17 states criticize the proposal as ineffective. Six months to mount a defense was requested if a breakup were considered.
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Harassment Claim Shapes Army Inquiry at Pentagon
Army investigators reportedly found support for Lt. Gen. Claudia J. Kennedy’s charge that Gen. Larry G. Smith touched her and attempted a kiss in a 1996 Pentagon office. The report, expected to be approved soon, could lead to Smith’s reprimand and forced retirement, while Kennedy awaits her own retirement this summer.
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Smith
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Hale
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