Override of Marriage Penalty Tax Fails in House Vote
The House voted 270 to 158 to override President Clinton’s veto of the Marriage Penalty Tax repeal. GOP leaders decried Democratic opposition, while Democrats argued for a more targeted, bipartisan approach and to use surplus for other programs.
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Senate holds on to China but trade status remains in doubt
The Senate failed to attach tougher sanctions to the China trade bill, risking loss of permanent normal trade status if Congress adjourns. With seven amendments pending, leaders push for quick action as China negotiates WTO entry, and lawmakers weigh penalties for weapons proliferation against passage. Amid continued voting, a Helms measure urging the president to press for end of forced abortions drew the closest tally.
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Corrections highlight errors in local assembly primary reports
Herald Journal notes corrections to coverage of Syracuse election contests. It fixes mis identified party lines and district details for several races including Independence and Working Families lines and resolves a write in challenge involving Steve DeRegis in the 120th district.
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