Prop. 99 passes; Prop. 98 defeated
From: www.latimes.com
"Californians on Tuesday rejected a state ballot measure that would have phased out rent control and barred government agencies from taking homes, businesses and farms for private development."
Moving Ga. border would dry up tourism in two towns
From: www.usatoday.com
"COPPERHILL, Tenn. - Patrons at Patrick's Pub and Grill drink their beer in Tennessee, but a walk to the restroom in the same building takes them across the state line to a dry county in Georgia."
In South Florida, eviction spares few
From: www.nytimes.com
"MIAMI - In a decade handling evictions for the Miami-Dade County Police Department, Albert Fernandez has run across a middle-class father bankrupted by his daughter's cancer treatment; an old woman scammed by a gambling husband; and countless families perpetually on the edge of poverty. "
Cigarette tax arrives amid grumbling and vows
From: www.nytimes.com
"Fear of a dreaded disease has been part of the bargain for years. Shame came slower, as smokers were cast from offices, restaurants and even bars. Now, in New York City, there is yet another scary side effect to smoking: empty pockets."
Stevens, Murkowski worried about climate change legislation
From: newsminer.com
"WASHINGTON - Sens. Ted Stevens and Lisa Murkowski are concerned that landmark climate change legislation slated to come to the Senate floor today could harm Alaska?s economy."
Pipeline review to be conducted in Juneau, elsewhere
From: juneauempire.com
"The Alaska Legislature on Tuesday returned to Juneau for a special session to consider natural gas pipeline plans, and already there are indications it will take two sessions to review TransCanada Corp.'s proposal. "
Alaska gas pipeline seed money divisive
From: www.adn.com
"If the Alaska Legislature awards TransCanada Corp. a license to pursue a natural gas pipeline this summer, it will come with a hearty price tag: as much as $500 million."
Lawmakers must decide if $500M is a subsidy or investment
From: www.adn.com
"Should the state Legislature award TransCanada Corp. a license to pursue a natural gas pipeline this summer, it will come with a hearty price tag: as much as $500 million."
Alaska plays a critical role for US Army, general says
From: www.adn.com
"The commanding general of the U.S. Army throughout the Pacific area is getting his first look at Alaska's Army posts this week -- and if his predictions are correct, those posts will play a critical role for the Army for the foreseeable future."
Rural Alaska electric utilities stricken by fuel prices
From: www.adn.com
"Village electric utilities in rural Alaska, panicked over the sky-high cost of fuel arriving on the summer's first barges, are appealing to the state for help. "
Arkansas chickens exposed to bird flu
From: www2.arkansasonline.com
"A flock of breeder hens in Washington County was exposed to a mild form of avian influenza, but state officials said Tuesday there is no cause for alarm."
Changes in Arkansas banking community under way
From: www.arkansasnews.com
"Further consolidation in Arkansas' banking community likely is already under way, the CEO of Southern Bancorp said Tuesday.
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May revenue for state down $23.1 million
From: www2.arkansasonline.com
"State general revenue in May dipped $23.1 million compared with the same month last year, largely because individual and corporate income tax collections were down."
AG nixes proposed ballot measure to restrict private club permits
From: www.arkansasnews.com
"Attorney General Dustin McDaniel on Tuesday rejected the name and ballot title of a proposed constitutional amendment to repeal a 2003 law that loosened restrictions on what establishments qualify for a private club permit. "
As deficit balloons, even Dems accept major budget cuts
From: www.azstarnet.com
"The exploding size of the state deficit has Democrats looking at places to cut state services, and maybe even lay off workers -- something unthinkable even just a few weeks ago."
California medical schools earn A's in conflict grading
From: www.sfgate.com
"Three UC campuses get top grade from student group that seeks to curb influence of large drug companies on faculty members."
Tough land-seizure curbs defeated
From: www.mercurynews.com
"Proposition 98, the controversial proposal that would have halted government's ability to seize property and phased out rent control in 12 locations in the state, went down in flames Tuesday night. Its less restrictive counterpart, Proposition 99, won handily."
Prop. 99 wins easily, 98 trounced
From: www.sacbee.com
"In a duel of eminent domain initiatives, Proposition 99, a narrowly drawn measure restricting governments' ability to seize most private homes for redevelopment, romped to victory Tuesday night."
California sees no rush of gay-wedding bookings
From: online.wsj.com
"SAN FRANCISCO - As California prepares to lift its ban on same-sex marriages, hotel proprietors like Cosette Trautman-Scheiber are wondering where all the matrimony-minded gay couples are."
Airline baggage fees could undercut tourism
From: www.rockymountainnews.com
"As struggling airlines heap on extra fees for everything from baggage to antlers to snowboards, businesses have been fretting about the potential impact on the state's $10 billion tourism sector."
Report: United may eliminate Ted, more jobs
From: www.rockymountainnews.com
"United Airlines will ground dozens of planes, cut more jobs and possibly eliminate its Denver-based Ted service in a sweeping move intended to help the nation's second-largest carrier offset brutal fuel costs, according to several sources and various media reports."
Filings for bankruptcy leap in Colo., U.S.
From: www.denverpost.com
"Bankruptcy filings in Colorado and the U.S. are surging this year as more households collapse under the weight of mortgages they can't afford. "
DOT expects to meet Rell's review deadline
From: www.theday.com
"Almost two months ago, Gov. M. Jodi Rell, in the midst of expressing shock at the escalating price of the New Haven rail yard, ordered a statewide review of all capital transportation projects scheduled for the next five years."
Rell - Gas tax hike could wait
From: www.theday.com
"Gov. M. Jodi Rell says she's willing to consider suspending a planned July 1 increase in one of the state's two gasoline taxes, if lawmakers help her find approximately $25 million to cover the lost revenue."
Rell urged to delay new health plan for uninsured adults
From: www.courant.com
"A top legislative leader Tuesday called on Gov. M. Jodi Rell to delay the implementation of her new Charter Oak health plan for uninsured adults."
Rell addresses delay in fuel tax rise
From: www.courant.com
"Responding to persistent complaints from motorists, Gov. M. Jodi Rell said Tuesday she would support postponing the scheduled increase in a state tax on gasoline if the legislature helped her find $25 million to pay for it."
Carney unveils green plan
From: www.delawareonline.com
"Democratic gubernatorial candidate Lt. Gov. John Carney on Monday outlined his environmental priorities, ranging from creating programs to make developing land outside growth zones more costly to a plan to step up air pollution monitoring."
Valihura's outbursts spur call for probe
From: www.delawareonline.com
"The Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association is asking the House Ethics Committee to investigate Rep. Robert J. Valihura Jr.'s conduct during an acrimonious meeting last week on legislation to govern the sale of manufactured-home communities."
Casino files suit to stop Seminole Tribe games
From: www.miamiherald.com
"Three weeks before the Seminole Tribe is set to start operating blackjack and other card games at its Hard Rock Casino near Hollywood, Pompano Park's Isle Casino wants a federal judge to stop it, alleging the games are illegal."
State workers recognized with Davis Awards
From: floridacapitalnews.com
"The movies have the Oscars, TV the Emmys, Broadway the Tonys -- and Tallahassee has the Prudential Davis Productivity Awards to annually honor stellar performances by state employees."
2005 hurricane season still proving costly for Floridians
From: www.orlandosentinel.com
"Whether you realize it or not, you're still paying off the 2005 hurricane season every time you pay your auto and homeowners-insurance premiums. The bill is about to get a little steeper."
Power plant dispute lands in court
From: www.onlineathens.com
"Environmental activists aren't shy to concede they didn't have much legal standing for one of the far-reaching claims they used to challenge a coal-fired power plant project in southwest Georgia."
McPier confirms need for state funds to cover debt financing payments
From: www.chicagobusiness.com
"The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority, which runs McCormick Place and Navy Pier, said Tuesday it's inevitable it will need state sales tax money to cover debt payments after the Illinois General Assembly adjourned for the summer without passing a refinancing bill."
Earmarks largely absent in state spending plan
From: www.rrstar.com
"Earmarks for local community groups, a great tradition in Illinois, are largely absent from the state spending plan lawmakers approved Saturday."
McPier to tap sales taxes to cover debt payments
From: www.chicagotribune.com
"Unable to secure a financial rescue in Springfield this session, the agency that runs McCormick Place and Navy Pier will have to tap state sales taxes for the first time to cover its debt obligations this fiscal year."
Ill. legislators leave unfinished business as session ends
From: www.chicagotribune.com
"State legislators put together a new budget and adjourned their spring session on schedule, but plenty of issues affecting the average Illinoisan were lost in the hoopla."
Smoking ban constitutional, Will County judge rules
From: www.chicagotribune.com
"A Will County judge said the state's smoking ban is constitutional after a challenge Tuesday by several residents who were cited with violating the law."
ComEd customers may foot bill for grid upgrade
From: www.chicagotribune.com
"ComEd customers might be asked to pay a permanent $3 monthly surcharge so the company can augment its electricity delivery system with the latest technology, the utility's leader said Tuesday at a Chicago City Council committee meeting."
Horseshoe plans star-studded grand opening of new riverboat
From: www.nwi.com
"Horseshoe has set Aug. 8 to 10 as the grand opening weekend for its new Hammond casino, and the company will launch the $500 million riverboat with a cast of star-studded entertainment."
Studies -- Mulvane casino will earn more
From: www.kansas.com
"A casino in Mulvane could earn at least 30 percent more than one in Wellington, two state gaming consultants told the Lottery Gaming Facility Review Board on Tuesday."
3 education groups back Beshear pension effort
From: www.kentucky.com
"Three Kentucky education groups are backing Gov. Steve Beshear's plan for a special legislative session later this month on public employee pension reform.
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Dorsey delays casino hearing
From: www.2theadvocate.com
"After a week of negotiating how much Baton Rouge riverboats should pay the parish in gaming fees, city and riverboat officials left a House committee meeting Tuesday without speaking to each other."
Council panel OKs airport idea
From: www.nola.com
"A New Orleans City Council committee voted Tuesday to endorse the "overall intent" of a bill in the state Legislature creating a regional airport authority that would help draw up terms under which the city might give up control of Louis Armstrong International Airport, but committee members said the bill should not take effect unless approved by New Orleans voters and a two-thirds majority of the council."
Bill heating up dispute between town, authority
From: www.nola.com
"One of the more controversial bills of the legislative session has stirred the interest of major industries, a statewide energy authority, more than 60 towns and parishes, the AARP and a state senator whose livelihood might depend on the outcome."
DiMasi's friend is ordered to explain lobbying income at hearing
From: www.boston.com
"Secretary of State William F. Galvin ordered yesterday Richard D. Vitale, a close friend of House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi, to appear at an extraordinary public hearing tomorrow to explain why he failed to report lobbying income he received from the Massachusetts Association of Ticket Brokers."
Patrick discusses supporter for post
From: www.boston.com
"The Patrick administration has been discussing whether to name an early campaign supporter as head of a state bonding agency, a job that pays as much as $225,000 a year, according to an e-mail written by a Walsh political adviser that outlines the plan."
Coakley blasts Block
From: www.bostonherald.com
"H&R Block and its former mortgage unit preyed upon black and Latino borrowers, charging them higher fees and encouraging aggressive sales tactics even at local churches and community centers, Attorney General Martha Coakley charged yesterday in a lawsuit."
House takes on health costs
From: www.bostonherald.com
"House Speaker Sal DiMasi pledged yesterday to take action on an ambitious and controversial Senate bill designed to cut health-care costs."
DiMasi friend called to hearing before Secretary of State
From: www.bostonherald.com
"A close friend of House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi has been ordered to appear at a hearing before Secretary of State William Galvin to explain why he failed to report lobbying income."
Study praises Mass. health-care program
From: www.washingtonpost.com
"Massachusetts's ambitious program to move toward universal health insurance nearly halved the number of adults without coverage from about 13 percent to 7 percent in the first year after the multifaceted initiative was launched in 2006, a comprehensive survey has found. "
State begins razing Derwood houses to make way for ICC
From: gazette.net
"A once-busy Derwood neighborhood is taking on the look of a ghost town now that houses are being demolished to make way for the Intercounty Connector."
Maryland joins other states in electricity pricing complaint
From: www.hometownannapolis.com
"BALTIMORE -- Maryland and other Mid-Atlantic state regulators have filed a complaint Friday with the federal government against a regional transmission company, arguing that auctions for electricity prices resulted in unreasonably inflated prices."
Dick DeVos seeks $2 million in tax credits for Grand Rapids project
From: www.detnews.com
"GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Former Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Dick DeVos and his wife are seeking $2 million in state tax credits to redevelop a downtown Grand Rapids building for their investment group and their son's online business."
Hosemann proposes business court
From: www.hattiesburgamerican.com
"GULFPORT, Miss. - Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says he is working on establishing a state business court system to handle disputes between companies."
House, Senate wrangle over passing unemployment pay increase bill
From: www.cdispatch.com
"Raising the pay for workers who lose their jobs is among the measures state legislators need to work out in the special session that began last month to resolve differences the House and Senate have been struggling to resolve."
Tussing win sets up match with Molnar
From: www.billingsgazette.net
"Billings Mayor Ron Tussing on Tuesday won the chance to challenge Republican incumbent Brad Molnar for a seat on the Public Service Commission."
Jump in taxable sales reported
From: www.bismarcktribune.com
"The state Tax Department says North Dakota's taxable sales and purchases grew by 10.3 percent last year, topping the $10 billion mark."
Beef decision no surprise for commissioner
From: www.bismarcktribune.com
"North Dakota's agriculture commissioner says he is not surprised South Korea is holding off on allowing U.S. beef into that country after protests by people worried about mad cow disease."
State pork industry facing challenging times
From: www.theindependent.com
"GRAND ISLAND, Neb. -- Higher prices for corn and soybeans have been a challenge for Nebraska's hog industry, but record pork exports are helping to grow the industry, said Dave Harrington, a St. Paul pork producer."
Manufacturers may overlook skills mismatch is search for employees
From: www.theindependent.com
"GRAND ISLAND, Neb. -- Manufacturers all across Nebraska and even in other states are having a hard time finding enough employees with the right skills for certain industry jobs."
Parkway tokens about to have their last fling
From: www.nj.com
"For the brass and nickel tokens that once served as the coin of the realm on the Garden State Parkway, the end is near. The board of the New Jersey Turnpike Authority is expected to vote today to stop accepting the quarter-size tokens at Parkway toll booths at the end of this year."
'Green wave' aims to sweep Hispanics into cause
From: www.lasvegassun.com
"A pair of uncombed, college-aged Mexican pop singers tonight will usher in the first attempt by a national environmental organization to target Nevada's Hispanics."
Justices to consider tax cap plan appeal
From: www.lvrj.com
"Backers of two proposed ballot petitions to cap revenue for the Las Vegas tourism authority and a third plan to restrict tax-raising ballot questions said Tuesday they've asked Secretary of State Ross Miller to reconsider his rejection of the plans."
Gibbons weighs selling tobacco payments to plug budget gaps
From: www.lasvegassun.com
"Caught between the prospect of drastic 14 percent statewide budget cuts and his no-new-taxes pledge, Gov. Jim Gibbons is considering tobacco as a solution."
State mulls mental health fix -- privatizing
From: www.lasvegassun.com
"With Nevada facing a potential 14 percent budget cut, the state is considering the possibility of turning all or part of its mental health system over to private companies to reduce costs."
Tax cap in trouble
From: www.nypost.com
"Gov. Paterson's bid to cap soaring property taxes was in doubt yesterday as powerful labor unions lined up against it and key lawmakers offered only tepid support."
New York state kicks off audit of PAETEC Park finances
From: www.democratandchronicle.com
"While the scope of an audit of state grants for PAETEC Park construction is unclear, officials said it will not affect a $4 million grant needed to finish the stadium."
Paterson's support of property tax cap sets up battle with Silver
From: www.democratandchronicle.com
"Gov. David Paterson's endorsement Tuesday of a school property tax cap is setting up a battle with the Legislature, including Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, who said he wouldn't support a cap unless the state commits to greater funding of education."
Cigs soar to $12/pack
From: www.nypost.com
"Angry New Yorkers had smoke coming out of their ears yesterday as they began paying the highest cigarette taxes in the country - and the price of a pack reached as high as $12."
Cuomo gets more lawyer pension settlements
From: www.timesunion.com
"Attorney General Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday added two more law firms and their lawyers to the list of attorneys who have paid settlements and given up public pension credits as a result of his probe of abuses in the state retirement system."
Woman admits role in ring tied to Spitzer
From: www.nytimes.com
"A 23-year-old New Jersey woman pleaded guilty on Tuesday to running the daily operations of a high-priced escort service linked to Eliot Spitzer."
Dann threatened anti-smoking unit, its chief says
From: www.toledoblade.com
"Former Attorney General Marc Dann threatened the Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation that if it didn't rescind its contract giving away $190 million of its funds, it would be dissolved, the now defunct organization's executive director testified yesterday."
Ohio eyes corn, other crops to boost polymer industry
From: www.daytondailynews.com
"A potential casualty of the skyrocketing price of oil is something that doesn't first come to mind: polymers, the materials that go into making everyday items like grocery bags, yogurt containers and baby bottles."
Ohio Lottery puts brakes on contract with new gaming company
From: blog.cleveland.com
"The Ohio Lottery has put the brakes on a $170 million contract that would turn the states numbers games over to a new gaming company for the first time in more than 20 years. "
Shawnee official displeased as police chief fights union
From: newsok.com
"SHAWNEE, Okla. - City Commissioner Marva O'Neal on Monday told the police chief the city has too many needs to continue paying legal fees generated in his fight with the police union."
Officials plot online payment system for unemployment taxes
From: www.journalrecord.com
"Sometimes it takes a little push from an outside entity before we take steps to get certain tasks crossed off the ?To Do? list, Oklahoma Employment Security Commission officials said Tuesday. Thanks to a nudge from the state Legislature, the commission is working to have a system in place by December to allow employers to pay their unemployment taxes online."
Boardman feedlot fight exposes weakness in labor laws
From: www.oregonlive.com
"BOARDMAN, Ore. -- Five years ago, the United Farm Workers of America moved in next door to Beef Northwest's Boardman feedlot."
TriMet loses case over its ad rejection
From: www.oregonlive.com
"An Oregon judge has ruled that TriMet's rejection of a bus ad criticizing dams on the Klamath River violated constitutional free speech protections."
Panel OKs smoking ban; vote could come today
From: www.mcall.com
"Compromise legislation that would snuff out most public smoking in Pennsylvania while allowing an existing ban in Philadelphia is headed for the floor of the state House and Senate."
State smoking ban would forbid local laws
From: www.pittsburghlive.com
"A state House-Senate committee ended a yearlong legislative impasse Tuesday by backing a compromise statewide smoking ban that would restrict Allegheny County and others from enacting bans of their own."
Exceptions to proposed smoking ban
From: www.post-gazette.com
"The state Senate today will consider Senate Bill 246, which supporters said would ban smoking in at least 90 percent of the state's public places and workplaces. The bill does, however, contain a list of "exceptions," places where smoking would still be permitted."
Some say Pennsylvania ban should go farther
From: www.post-gazette.com
"For some local officials, a statewide smoking ban proposed yesterday by House and Senate negotiators doesn't go far enough. They object to exemptions for some private clubs, small taverns and portions of casinos."
Compromise on state smoking ban is in sight
From: www.philly.com
"Philadelphia would get to keep its two-year-old smoking ban, while the rest of the state would be allowed to stamp out smoking in most workplaces under a compromise bill negotiated yesterday by a joint committee of the House and Senate."
Smoking ban near for state
From: www.post-gazette.com
"Pennsylvania is finally on the verge of passing a law to ban smoking in most public places and workplaces, even though it's not 100 percent of what any legislator wanted."
Rally calls for more state funding for nursing homes
From: www.post-gazette.com
"Despite Gov. Ed Rendell's insistence that he has adequately funded nursing homes, advocates gathered here yesterday for what they called the largest nursing home rally in state history."
Bill to protect trail advances
From: www.philly.com
"A bill that would require Pennsylvania towns along the Appalachian Trail to enact zoning to protect land abutting the historic footpath received final legislative approval yesterday and headed to Gov. Rendell for his endorsement."
Cigar purveyors want tax limit made permanent
From: www.projo.com
"They can sell for upwards of $20, they give off an odor that some people find offensive and they're bad for your health. Not the kind of thing you want to encourage, right?"
Impact of South Carolina immigration bill debated
From: www.greenvilleonline.com
"A South Carolina Hispanic leader on Tuesday said that illegal immigrants in the state will not leave just because of a recently passed immigration law hailed by legislators as the toughest in the nation."
Sprinkler incentives bill sent to Sanford
From: www.greenvilleonline.com
"The House concurred Tuesday with the Senate's changes to a bill providing incentives to those who install fire sprinklers, sending the legislation to the governor."
Immigrants send Sanford a message
From: www.charleston.net
"Advocates for Hispanics delivered a message Tuesday to Gov. Mark Sanford: Illegal immigrants living in South Carolina should be granted amnesty or the state will take hits to its agriculture and tourism-driven economy."
Immigration legislation -- Latinos ask S.C. to reconsider
From: www.thestate.com
"On the eve of Gov. Mark Sanford's signing an immigration bill into law, a dozen Latino residents from Charleston staged a protest at the State House."
House overrides permit appeals veto
From: www.charleston.net
"The South Carolina House has overridden the governor's veto of a bill to shorten the time judges have to hear appeals on permits that could delay economic development projects."
Teens facing tougher times?
From: www.capjournal.com
"This summer's teen employment predication rate is 34.2 percent, which is lower than last year's historical low and 11 percentage points below the summer employment rate of 2000, according to a recent Center for Labor Market Studies report."
Tennessee cable fight cost millions
From: tennessean.com
"For months, ads over a complex cable regulation bill in the General Assembly clogged Tennessee's airwaves, and dozens of lobbyists plied Capitol Hill halls and hearing rooms seeking the ears of lawmakers."
Extension of benefits for jobless is at risk
From: www.washingtonpost.com
"House Democrats are likely to drop a 13-week extension of unemployment insurance benefits from a major spending package that includes continued funding for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and that would create a new education benefit for military veterans returning from the battlefields.
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Coal states in climate-bill fight
From: online.wsj.com
"WASHINGTON -- The direction Congress takes on proposals to cap greenhouse gases could depend on coal-rich states such as West Virginia, which has some of the nation's poorest households, but is rich in both coal and political clout."
Mass transit demand rises, costs soar
From: www.csmonitor.com
"NEW YORK - In Seattle, transportation officials plan to add to their daily schedule another three round-trip trains to nearby Tacoma. "
Input by Utahns sought on changes to liquor laws
From: deseretnews.com
"Utahns have two opportunities this month to make their feelings known about a proposed change in the state's liquor laws that would allow private clubs to do away with fees and membership requirements for drinkers."
Utah is making progress with efficiency
From: deseretnews.com
"The "State of Utah Energy Efficiency Initiative Report 2008" released Tuesday shows off the state's energy conservation efforts toward reducing its operating costs while also helping the environment."
'Nudity tax' challenged
From: deseretnews.com
"Well-known theatrical productions like "Oh! Calcutta!" that feature full-frontal nudity could be subject to the same tax laws as sexually oriented businesses if their run-dates go beyond 30 days, the Utah Tax Commission conceded during oral arguments before the Utah Supreme Court Tuesday."
Va. Supreme Court to hear appeal in Johnny Johnson grocery lawsuit
From: www.inrich.com
"A jury's $16 million verdict against grocery giant Supervalu will be reviewed today by the Virginia Supreme Court."
Gov. Kaine pushes transportation plan at Virginia Beach town hall meeting
From: hamptonroads.com
"Gov. Timothy M. Kaine tried to persuade about 200 people who showed up at a meeting Tuesday evening at the Virginia Beach Convention Center that they should pay higher taxes and expect better roads. In a few cases, it was a hard sell."
Lawmakers appeal to board on Vt. Yankee
From: burlingtonfreepress.com
"Legislative leaders took a new tack Tuesday in trying to weigh in on whether Vermont Yankee's owners should be allowed to spin the nuclear power plant and five others off into a new company."
Decommissioning fund a political issue
From: www.timesargus.com
"Two leading lawmakers called Tuesday for guarantees that enough money will be available to decommission the Vermont Yankee nuclear plant before the state allows a proposed change in corporate ownership.
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Vermont a hemp state? Not so fast
From: www.timesargus.com
"A bill that was poised to legalize the cultivation of industrial hemp in Vermont is now the subject of a constitutional dispute over whether the legislation can become law without the governor's signature."
Assisted-living facility tries to evict 99-year-old woman on Medicaid
From: seattletimes.nwsource.com
"The notice came in early May, two days after her 99th birthday: Cordelia Robertson was going to be evicted. The assisted-living facility she loved, the place she called home for a decade and where she had exhausted her life savings, was kicking her out."
Official -- Too soon to tell if turnover slowing
From: www.theolympian.com
"State salaries are more competitive with those in private business than two years ago, but it is too soon to tell whether the better pay has slowed turnover in high-demand fields, Department of Personnel Director Eva Santos reported to Gov. Chris Gregoire."
Aurora motel shut down by State health authorities
From: seattlepi.nwsource.com
"For the second time in three weeks, state health authorities have ordered the closure of a low-rent motel on Aurora Avenue North in Seattle, saying it is unsafe for residents. "
Risser sticks around to snuff smoking
From: www.wrn.com
"State Senator Fred Risser (D-Madison) says unfinished business is making him run for office again. The state smoking ban and campaign finance reform are two projects he wants pushed through the legislature."
State officials urge GM to retool Janesville plant
From: www.madison.com
"Stunned by Tuesday's announcement about the closing of the General Motors assembly plant in Janesville, the state's two senators and the congressman representing Janesville have urged GM management to retool the plant to manufacture more saleable vehicles in the future."
Gas plant expansion needs permit
From: www.casperstartribune.com
"GREEN RIVER, Wyo. -- Wyoming's Industrial Siting Council is set to meet later this summer to consider the Williams Co.'s proposed $233 million project to expand its natural gas processing plant near Wamsutter."
Panel hears suggestions on workers' comp
From: www.billingsgazette.net
"CASPER, Wyo. -- Of the 17 years Kim Floyd has worked for the Wyoming AFL-CIO, he said the past five months have been the most difficult. During that time, the labor organization held a series of forums across the state for injured workers to discuss their problems with Wyoming's workers' compensation system."
Sylvan Pass will stay open
From: www.casperstartribune.com
"CODY, Wyo. -- Sylvan Pass should remain open to snowmobiles and snowcoaches under a compromise announced Tuesday by the National Park Service and officials from Cody, Park County and Wyoming."
Scalpers beware: States target ticket sellers
From: www.stateline.org
"The online hijacking of huge blocks of tickets for hot concerts and sporting events for resale at many times face value has raised the ire of consumers and caught the attention of several states that have taken steps to address the problem."
State jobless benefits reserves low
From: www.stateline.org
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More than a dozen states would be hard-pressed to provide unemployment benefits if the economy tailspins into a full-blown recession and more workers get pink slips.
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States act to stem foreclosure scams
From: www.stateline.org
"The rise of home foreclosures has spawned an increase in scams that prey on people’s desperation to save their homes. At least 18 states have enacted laws to target such schemes."
States wager on racetrack slots
From: www.stateline.org
"States are betting that adding slots to racetracks will help get them through a faltering economy and dwindling cash reserves"
WORTH NOTING: Partying, politicking and parrying at governors' pads
From: www.stateline.org
"Some governors can’t get away from prying eyes, even in their own mansions. Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter (D) is embarrassed when word leaks out of his son’s birthday beer bash on the premises; California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) can barely get a GOP sign on his own yard; and Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons (R) is fighting to get the keys to his mansion from his soon-to-be ex-wife. In case you missed those stories this week, “Worth Noting” fills you in."
States scramble to ease pain at the pump
From: www.stateline.org
"(Updated 3:46 p.m. EDT, May 20, 2008)
As Memorial Day weekend approaches and with gas prices around $4 a gallon, many states are offering motorists at the start of the summer driving season suggestions and some solutions for relief."
The economic downturn: an opportunity for governors?
From: www.stateline.org
"Most governors recognize that they have the best political job in America. Most also would concede that the job is more satisfying when the economy is strong and revenues are growing than during an economic downturn, when cutting budgets becomes the major task. But even a recession can present opportunities for governors to make improvements that yield lasting benefits for their states."
WORTH NOTING: Illinois gov runs up travel tab
From: www.stateline.org
"Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s commuting costs start to add up. South Dakota Gov. Mike Rounds settles a dispute with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over a cranky game warden.
California corrections officials install “flushometers” to control wasteful toilet flushing in prisons. In case you missed any of those stories this week, "Worth Noting" fills you in."
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"Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s commuting costs start to add up. South Dakota Gov. Mike Rounds settles a dispute with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over a cranky game warden.
California corrections officials install “flushometers” to control wasteful toilet flushing in prisons. In case you missed any of those stories this week, "Worth Noting" fills you in."
Proactive tax planning to take advantage of timely tax saving opportunities.
Comprehensive business services that integrate income tax compliance
and planning with investments and insurance choices.
Consulting services that review businesses to find hidden opportunities to
increase wealth accumulation and retention.
Foreign investor tax services.
Individualized accounting system setup for new businesses.
State of the art payroll tax services and sales tax preparation.
Preparation of business and individual tax returns and financial
statements.
Budgeting and projection preparation and monitoring, facilitating the
creation and tracking of events.
Assistance in selection and installation of computer hardware and
software, ongoing monitoring and updating of systems.
