GAO softens defense work study findings report
The GAO altered a key defense profits report after Pentagon and contractor reviews. The revised version lowers apparent profits, cites a 21.1 percent return on investment from 154 weapons makers, and argues pre tax profits were lower on defense work than on comparable commercial work. The Post notes the first draft showed 56 percent profits based on contract equity.
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Senate OKs new Calif. aid chief
SACRAMENTO UP I Robert B Carleson was confirmed by the Senate to head the California Social Welfare Department in a 21 to 6 vote. Three Democrats joined 18 Republicans to approve. Senator George R Moscone urged the attorney general's office to first assess Carleson's qualifications, questioning his background in welfare.
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Bill to Halt New Bay Bridge Gains Senate Hurdle
Sacramento report notes legislation by Assemblyman Robert Crown to pause the contentious $400 million Southern Crossing bridge between Alameda and San Francisco. The Senate Transportation Committee approved the bill unanimously, sending it to the Senate floor with two more steps: a full Senate vote and Gov Heagan’s signature. Crown cites widespread opposition and urges delay until the $1.5 billion Bay Area Rapid Transit system is operational.
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Assemblywoman March Fong of Oakland proposes required instruction on venereal disease in public schools. She cites epidemics and cites figures for Los Angeles and San Francisco, noting 115,000 statewide cases in 1970. The bill would mandate VD content within sex education already included in courses.
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