Bush budget chief to testify as surplus fades
Bush budget chief Mitchell Daniels will testify before the House Budget Committee about the shrinking surplus and Social Security funding concerns. The nonpartisan CBO warns of a $9 billion Social Security drain and near depletion of surpluses, despite White House projections.
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Pataki Eyes Supplemental Budget Amid Tax Relief Doubts
Gov Pataki, Senate Leader Bruno, and Lt Gov Silver discuss a possible supplemental budget to fund schools and health care. Bruno doubts rebates on school taxes while Silver remains optimistic. Negotiations focus on refinancing Superfund cleanup and SUNY projects with a potential extra session after NYC primaries.
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Oneida Nation ruling upholds inspectors despite home refusals
The Court of Appeals judges Hancock and Simons upheld a nation law allowing inspectors to enter homes on Oneida land. Elizabeth and Ray Roberts refused entry, arguing Indian Civil Rights Act protections. The decision notes land ownership and safety concerns while stressing nation sovereignty. The Robertses and their counsel did not respond to the ruling.
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