Senate passes campaign finance reform bill

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The Senate, by a vote of 60 to 38, passed a bill that would reduce campaign contributions by special-interest groups and restrict spending in congressional elections. A public-financing provision of the bill was changed due to Republican opposition.

Campaign funds, Political action committees

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College-aid bill passes Senate

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The Senate on Feb 21, 1992, passed a bill that extended federal student aid for higher education through fiscal 1997. The bill was designed to offset a 135% increase in college tuition that has occurred since 1980.

Student financial aid, Student aid

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Senate passes tax bill; middle-class cut almost fails

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The Senate has passed a bill designed to provide some middle-class families with tax credits while increasing taxes for the wealthy. The bill passed by a vote of 50 to 47.

Interpretation and construction, Taxation, Tax law, Middle classes, Middle class

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Subjects list: Laws, regulations and rules, Political activity, United States. Congress. Senate
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