Capitol Water Bill Faces Conference Committee Push
The State Water Bill sits in a conference committee to resolve House Senate differences with Rep J W Buchanan on the panel. After approval by both chambers and the Governor it heads to statewide voters this fall aided by major sponsors. Also House Bill 316 passed the House eliminating treble damages in deceptive trade provisions cases under the Texas Insurance Code.
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Senate
J.W. Buchanan
Roll Call Report on Opening Weeks of Congress
Washington lawmakers recorded on major roll calls from Feb 22 to Feb 28. House refused to consider a GOP rules reform package 176 237 against. Indiana seat seating blocked 221 180. farm aid bill passed 318 103. Africa aid bill passed 391 25. Senate bailout similar to House 54 45. deficit amendment rejected 43 55.
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Washington
HOUSE
Beau Boulter
Kika de la Garza
Charles Stenholm
Indiana
Richard D. McIntyre
House Administration Committee
Stenholm
de la Garza
Here
Congress
Boutler
Senate
Lloyd Bentsen
Phil Gramm
Bentsen
Granum
Means test all social programs to total ability for self support
Kenneth L. Allen of Hurst Texas argues in a long letter that federal budget fairness hinges on means testing Social Security Medicare Medicaid and veterans benefits against total income and assets excluding the homestead. He warns that 85 percent over 65 are well off and urges eliminating most aid to balance the budget.
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Dallas Morning News
U.S
Kenneth L. Allen Hurst
Texas
State Comptroller Bullock returns 4.7 million to Legislature
Texas State Comptroller Bob Bullock pledged belt tightening by returning 4.7 million to the Legislature while warning of an emerging fiscal crisis. He cited agency cuts and automation driven revenue of 34.5 million, contrasting his conservatism with Gov. White who later endorsed a tax increase after a no new taxes stance. White also agreed to improve Senate consultation by appointing a liaison after ruffled feathers over appointments.
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Bob Bullock
Bullock
Senate Finance Committee
Legislative Budget Board
Mark White
White
Senate
Oscar Mauzy
Chet Brooks
Seedlings from Wild Roses Become Unique Hybrids
The statement notes that only wild roses grow true from seed while named varieties are hybrids, ensuring each seedling is different. It emphasizes variability and the lack of uniformity among offspring from wild rose seed.
H and R Block Simplifies Farm and Ranch Tax Returns
H R Block tax preparers tailor services for farmers and ranchers with new tax laws, urging early filing and itemized depreciable assets. They offer year round assistance for any size return, including farm employees, with offices across Texas such as Memphis, Childress, and more.
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H & R Block
H&r Block
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