Teamsters say government grasps for more control
Washington New Teamster President Ron Carey accuses the federal government of seeking broader control over the 1.5 million member union and of reneging on the 1989 Justice Department agreement. He cites plans to involve regulators in meetings and contracts and criticizes $37 million in spending as dues. The union to challenge the DOJ plans in U S District Court in New York. Carey cites a forthcoming Independent Review Board and expanded powers for the DOJ representative as concerns.
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Senate tax breaks shift costs to parking and transit
The Senate weighs energy bill incentives expanding transit subsidies for employers and raising limits on parking tax relief. Employers could deduct up to 60 a month for transit tickets and 145 a month for parking subsidies, while buyers of natural gas or gasohol vehicles see deductions up to 1200 or 2000 dollars. The proposal links fuel choice to tax incentives, boosting options for commuters and alternative fuels.
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Black lawmakers push to block judge nominee Carnes
Several black leaders urge Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell to block Edward Carnes from the 11th U S Circuit Court of Appeals because of his civil rights record. Mitchell refused to back off the pledge to schedule a vote before the summer recess begins August 12, despite criticisms from Rep. John Conyers and Rep. Ronald Dellums who sought assurances.
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