Congress Turns to Federal Crimes in Election Year
Congress moves to expand federal crimes amid an election year crime wave. Republicans and Democrats in the House approved two new federal crimes and raised penalties for two more, prompting criticism from judges who warn federalization of street crime. Senator Hutchison seeks remedies for stalking victims fleeing states.
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Clinton calls for 48 hour hospital stays after childbirth
President Clinton urged longer postnatal hospital stays saying preserving mothers and newborns’ health justifies costs. He cited a trend toward shorter stays from four days in 1970 to two days in 1992 and emphasized medical exceptions when doctors advise longer periods.
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GOP to allow Separate vote on minimum wage
Washington House Republicans reach agreement to hold a separate vote on a minimum wage increase within two weeks. A two-step $1 raise to a $4.25 base wage would be attached to compensatory time off, small business tax cuts, and labor-law changes.
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