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Today's News Washington Digest: Senate approves war funding WASHINGTON - The Senate ignored a White House veto warning and approved an Iraq war spending bill last week that also included billions of dollars for domestic programs and veterans' benefits. - Monday, May 26, 2008 Past News Political Notebook: No loose lips about congressional trips WASHINGTON - At least two Arkansas congressmen, and most likely a third, will spend their Memorial Day breaks in Europe, though details are limited about the 10-day trip. - Sun, May 25, 2008 Senate OKs Arkansas flood relief money WASHINGTON - The Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a spending bill that includes $39 million to help Arkansas' recovery from recent flooding. - Fri, May 23, 2008 Arkansas lawmakers seek better pharmacist reimbursements WASHINGTON - Three members of the Arkansas congressional delegation told a community pharmacy group Wednesday they will continue efforts to change federal regulations that they said delay payments and shortchange pharmacists. - Thu, May 22, 2008 Federal loan program good for Arkansas, official says WASHINGTON - The head of the Arkansas Student Loan Authority applauded on Wednesday a federal government plan that he said will stabilize the student loan market and keep financing available for Arkansas borrowers this year. - Thu, May 22, 2008 Arkansas publisher, Humane Society settle suit WASHINGTON - The Arkansas-based publisher of The Gamecock magazine agreed Monday to refuse any advertising that promotes animal fighting, settling its part of a federal lawsuit filed last year by the Humane Society of the United States. - Wed, May 21, 2008 Initiative launched to help drivers on fuel costs WASHINGTON - The father of 15-year-old triplets with driving permits now in hand, Wal-Mart's Ray Bracy has no time to wait for the government to ease the dramatic impact of gas prices on his wallet. - Wed, May 21, 2008 Arkansas AG pushes for more federal grant money WASHINGTON - Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel asked Congress on Tuesday to continue funding a program that helps law enforcement agents in the state shut down meth labs and combat drug trafficking. - Wed, May 21, 2008 Washington Digest: Iraq war funding rejected WASHINGTON - For the first time since the war in Iraq began in March 2003, the House voted 149-141 last week against providing $163 billion to continue military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. - Mon, May 19, 2008 Pryor family assets drop drastically in 2007 WASHINGTON - The value of at least $600,000 in stock reported by Sen. - Sat, May 17, 2008 Committee sets aside $39 million for state storm relief WASHINGTON - At least $39 million in storm recovery aid for Arkansas is contained in an emergency war spending bill the Senate is expected to consider next week. - Sat, May 17, 2008 DRA proposes interstate link, new river bridge WASHINGTON - Delta economic development advocates asked lawmakers Thursday to prioritize a four-lane highway connecting interstates 40 and 55. - Fri, May 16, 2008 State senator opens Congress with prayer, eyes return trip WASHINGTON - After spending time in the House on Wednesday, the Rev. - Thu, May 15, 2008 Safety advocates oppose program allowing heavier trucks WASHINGTON - Officials from insurance and safety groups on Wednesday protested efforts by shipping and trucking industries to establish a test program that would allow larger rigs to carry heavier loads. - Thu, May 15, 2008 Washington Digest/House passed mortgage relief bill WASHINGTON - The House last week responded to the nation's mortgage crisis by passing a package of bills that aim to rescue homeowners facing foreclosure while stimulating real estate markets. - Mon, May 12, 2008 Political Notebook: Huckabee says Beebe will regret closing D.C. office WASHINGTON - For Arkansas' former governor, it makes sense to keep open the state's office in Washington because, well, everybody's doing it. - Sun, May 11, 2008 Huckabee, Arkansas Dems agree Clinton should fight on WASHINGTON - Calls for Sen. Hillary Clinton to end her White House bid sounded plenty familiar to Mike Huckabee on Wednesday. - Thu, May 08, 2008 Huckabee warns of diabetes threat WASHINGTON - An advocate for better health since his diabetes diagnosis five years ago, Mike Huckabee warned Wednesday that the illness may pose a greater threat than terrorism to the United States. - Thu, May 08, 2008 Washington Digest: Congress safeguards student loans WASHINGTON - Congress acted last week to shield student loans from the deepening credit crisis. - Mon, May 05, 2008 Political Notebook: Fayetteville couple regulars for Washington fly-in WASHINGTON - Fayetteville's Jack and Jane Meadows are as common as the stale jokes and bland potatoes at the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce's annual Washington banquet. - Sun, May 04, 2008 Fort Smith science teacher named state's best WASHINGTON - Arkansas' best science teacher works flawless experiments with potent chemicals and flammable gases. - Fri, May 02, 2008 Pryor, business execs spar over 'card check' bill WASHINGTON - In a rare clash with the state's business establishment, Sen. - Thu, May 01, 2008 Legislation would ease bureaucratic burden for Arsenal WASHINGTON - Pine Bluff Arsenal officials said Wednesday they are hopeful that Congress this year will fix an obstacle to retaining civilian security guards at the military installation. - Thu, May 01, 2008 Beebe: No state office in Washington WASHINGTON - Gov. Mike Beebe ended the possibility of reopening the state's Washington office, telling Arkansas business leaders Monday that the state congressional delegation's presence is enough. - Wed, Apr 30, 2008 Washington Digest: Senate rejects disclosure of pay discrimination WASHINGTON - The Senate voted last week to reject a bill making it easier for American workers to sue their employers for pay discrimination. - Mon, Apr 28, 2008 Political Notebook: 'Idol' thoughts by congressman WASHINGTON - Even a congressman isn't above a little "Idol" worship. - Sun, Apr 27, 2008 |
