Energy bill hailed as energy independence declaration
UPI reports House and Senate negotiators reached a $20 billion synthetic fuels bill after five months of work. The measure creates the Synthetic Fuels Corporation to foster domestic production, with aims for 500,000 barrels daily by 1987 and includes provisions for energy loans, Pentagon guarantees, and alcohol and biomass programs. Debates over a strategic petroleum reserve directive hinge on the June 9 OPEC meeting.
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House Okays 53.1 Billion Weapons Bill
The House approved a 53.1 billion weapons authorization for the 1981 fiscal year by 338 to 62, sending the bill to the Senate. The measure funds MX missile development and revives a slower B-1 bomber variant while adding combat pay for long deployments in the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf.
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Asbestos disclosure plan eyed by government
Washington reports the government considers a broad rule forcing manufacturers and importers to disclose how they use asbestos in products from ovens to hair dryers. GE warns costs spread over years. industry groups seek tighter limits. The draft asks firms if asbestos materials are used, what products, and marketing and distribution details.
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Federal workers surveyed on sexual harassment extent
Washington AP reports the Merit Systems Protection Board conducts the first comprehensive study of sexual harassment in the federal workforce. The survey, requested by Congress, aims to identify prevalence by agencies age groups occupations and geographic regions.
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