Supreme Court rules President lacks power to withhold water pollution funds
The Supreme Court unanimously holds the President cannot withhold EPA funded allotments under the 1972 Water Pollution Act. The ruling affirms New York City and Detroit suits, notes Congress set funding, and clarifies impoundment limits while Nixon's earlier veto override is referenced. Justice White writes the main opinion. Justice Douglas concurs. Justice Douglas is hospitalized after a stroke.
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Missouri abortion law blocked by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court halted enforcement of Missouri's 1974 abortion law pending appeal. Planned Parenthood and two doctors challenged the statute in St. Louis, noting provisions on viability, parental consent, spouse consent, and a pre viability stage, while a section on the standard of care was struck down.
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Justices to Rule on Admissibility of Tax Returns in Trials
The 9th Circuit grappled with whether tax returns showing gambling income can be used in criminal cases. Roy D. Garner faced gambling charges in Los Angeles and argued the returns were self incriminating. a three-judge panel reversed, but a 12-judge panel, by 7-5, upheld the conviction, ruling Garner should have invoked the 5th Amendment at filing.
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Scottsdale Library embraces new automated system after canceled contract
Scottsdale Library Director Hugh Cleary advances an automated circulation system after Bro-Dart Inc failed to supply high speed data collectors. An alternative system will manage circulation inventory and reports, saving clerical hours though lacking patron overdue alerts and automatic reserves. Cleary plans a parent survey on acceptance and notes cost savings as city grows.
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Electric bill rises with January 16 fuel adjustment
A new adjustment becomes effective January 16 adding about 4 cents per kilowatt hour to electric bills. The fuel adjustment offsets costs on a penny for penny basis.
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