Reagan adviser questioned over Donovan FBI interview decision
FBI Director Webster disclosed that Fred Fielding advised against interviewing Labor Secretary-designate Raymond Donovan about alleged ties to organized crime. Fielding, then Reagan transition adviser, said it was his personal view little purpose would be served. Donovan denied any links as lawmakers call for FBI process review.
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Watt forms task force to save wetlands and coast
Interior Secretary Watt unveils Protect Our Wetlands and Duck Resources task force to persuade private landowners to gift wetlands to conservation groups or to state and federal agencies. He cites a $1.4 billion ten year goal to protect 1.6 million acres, noting current economy limits public funding.
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California oil lease auction halted by federal judge
A federal judge blocked 24 oil leases off Southern California in a larger plan by Interior Secretary James Watt to boost offshore exploration. The injunction cites inadequate consideration of economic impacts on coastal communities. Gov. Brown condemned the move as illegal, while an emergency appeal was filed and bids remain unopened if the ruling holds. The dispute centers on leases in Santa Monica Bay, Los Angeles Long Beach harbors, and Orange County waters.
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Call your state senator on hospital cost reform
Illinois hospital costs outpace inflation hurting workers and firms alike. The Illinois Health Finance Authority proposes a budget based payment system to curb inflation, mirroring Maryland results. House Bill 2474 to extend the Authority four five years passes, with Governor Thompson support and broad labor consumer employer backing.
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