Federal judges clash with Carter on 80 degree rule
President Carter ordered thermostats in government buildings set no lower than 80 this summer, triggering clashes as four federal courts issued orders to keep temperatures below that level. GSA resists, considering legal steps, arguing judges are not exempt from the order as offices are under its custody.
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Amtrak cuts urged by Adams amid rising busi ness
Transportation Secretary Brock Adams says sharp Amtrak rail cuts are needed despite a recent business surge and a congressional compromise. He backs a plan to review proposed reductions and spend 69.5 million dollars to keep some trains, warning the system as it stands wastes energy and money.
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Texas congressman flags rail rate impact on coal imports
Rep. Bob Eckhardt warns rising railroad rates could push American utilities to source coal abroad. A Florida utility official says it is cheaper to buy low-sulfur coal from Poland than from eastern Kentucky. Ed Nelson of Tampa Electric Co. noted the trend on Wednesday.
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