Demos Clash Over Ballot Proposals In State Legislature
Lawmakers debate pay hikes for legislators and a set of measures including ending the household goods tax and veterans exemptions. House members removed four items from the ballot, including four-year Senate terms and lieutenant governor creation, while mine inspector election remains contested. The secretary of state faces a publicity deadline before the July 16 election, with 60 days required and the bill effective 90 days after session end.
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Nixon Finds Field Clear for Democratic Nomination
United Press International surveyed 5 governors and 18 chairmen on John F. Kennedy’s chances against President Johnson. Most saw little prospect for a Kennedy victory, with none naming him the favorite in the Democratic nomination race.
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Arizona Legislators Put Ten Items to Voters in 2nd Session
Phoenix AP reports the Arizona Legislature passes major bills in its second regular session. Key actions include a $269.3 million budget with $66 million for education, a new Department of Economic Planning and Development, consolidation of public safety and corrections, four year term proposal, pension system for firefighters and police, and a July 16 special election for 10 constitutional amendments. The plan also raises pay for officials, expands county supervisor boards, repeals divisions into an auditor general, and allows school land sales to fund the school fund with mineral rights reserved.
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These Measures Victims Of Legislative Wars
A list of controversial bills that died in the recent legislative session includes industrial commission reforms safety bills and a failed therapeutic abortion proposal in the Senate Judiciary Committee. Other measures such as bingo licensing bus aid implied consent billboard control 18 year old voters and a flag tied neckwear bill also failed.
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Judge Holds Carrillo For Tax Trial Over Licenses
The court signs Carrillo for trial on alleged political gratuities tied to liquor licenses. An amended 1966 return lists 2900 dollars as income in 1964, but the judge doubts the claim of gratuities, noting payments for services. Witness Wootton invoked the Fifth Amendment while Martinez testified he paid Carrillo 3400 dollars to obtain two licenses through intermediaries.
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Industrial omissions and tax reform after two long sessions
Governor Williams commends the 28th Legislature for progressive tax overhaul efforts and profound changes. He praises their hard work and urges lawmakers to return home to their businesses and families as leadership faced House Senate divisions prior to Wednesday.
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