Texas fights DOT over minority contracting rules
Texas officials challenge the Carter era DOT policy that withholds 100 million from federal highway funds until states meet quotas for minority subcontractors. Texas Attorney General and Highway Commission urge release of funds and oppose racial quotas, warning of higher costs and possible fraud. Ray Barnhart notes Texas could lose about 400 million yearly in federal fuel taxes without compliance.
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Videotaped Wills Offer Proof For Contested Wills
California now allows videotaping of will readings and signings for about 150 dollars. The method, highlighted by Successful Meetings magazine, may bolster a written will if it is challenged. It also helps ensure loved ones’ final wishes are preserved.
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State Capital Highlights Texas Legislature faces delays on redrawing districts
Texas lawmakers learned a census data delay may push district redraws past May 1981. Lt. Gov Bill Hobby proposes a full 31 senator committee, and House Speaker Bill Clayton seeks a larger 19 member panel to ensure input while a water resources trust fund using surplus revenue is proposed. Hobby aims for a fourth term. Meier’s health setback clouds possible Republican bid. Censure and tax reform notes included from Abilene and Austin, with voting on Detroit imports and alien counting in federal measures.
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