Safe ports bill awaits Nixon pen
Congress sent President Nixon a compromise port and waterway safety bill to set minimum standards for bulk cargo vessels. The measure, approved by voice vote, aims to curb marine pollution and upgrade vessel design and operation under Coast Guard authority with phased global alignment through 1974 and 1976 dates.
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Congress Withholding Funds To Get Truth On Programs
Sen. Stuart Symington urged Congress to withhold money for administration programs until the government provides full, truthful information. He cited State and Defense withholding information and GAO access to a $250 million Lockheed loan guarantee, arguing the purse power is essential to legislative oversight. Riverside supervisors approve 1972-73 budget with a 16.7 cent tax rate cut.
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