Medicare drug cards spark partisan fight over aid to seniors
The battle over Medicare discount drug cards obscures help for low income seniors as Republicans tout lower prescription costs and Democrats argue the benefits are limited. Enrollment has begun with 40 national and 33 regional price comparisons on the Medicare site 800 MEDICARE.
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States report strong tax income amid cautious optimism this year
Nevada and other states post healthier budgets for 2004 as new fees and taxes combine with revived economy. Governors note funds restored from earlier rainy day reserves while experts warn the overall fiscal picture remains strained by Medicaid costs and unemployment.
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State Budget Officers’ Association
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