House approves SBC phone rate plan in Illinois
The Illinois House passed a bill allowing SBC to set higher rates for rivals using its lines, a move supporters say will save jobs while critics warn of higher consumer costs. The measure, approved 66-39, now heads to the Senate amid a heated lobby campaign.
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Illinois leaders begin budget talks with Blagojevich
Gov. Rod Blagojevich met with legislative leaders in the Illinois Capitol to start budget negotiations amid rising fiscal concerns. Senate and House leaders outlined initial positions as lawmakers near session end with a $5 billion deficit eyed. Comptroller Hynes reported Illinois carries the nation's highest year over year debt, with a net deficit of 9.2 billion.
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Boeing pitches new 717 jet for corporate use
Boeing announced at Geneva it will offer a corporate jet version of its 717-200, joining the Boeing Business Jet lineup. The unfinished plane is priced around 40 million with 10 million more for interior work, and the program has drawn 80 orders since 1996.
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