News published on Federal Newswire in March 2000

News from March 2000


The US Agriculture Department published a four page proposed rule on March 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Finance Committee Chairman Bill Roth Promises Prompt Senate Action to Abolish the Social Security Earnings Limit

News Release: WASHINGTON -- Today, the House passed the "Senior Citizens' Freedom to Work Act of 2000." H.R. 5 would repeal the Social Security earnings limit for seniors 65-69. Currently, Social Security beneficiaries between 65 and 69 have their Social Security benefits reduced by $1 for every $3 in earnings over $17,000. Senate Finance Committee Chairman William V. Roth, Jr. (R-DE) today released the following statement on H.R. 5...


Roth Convenes Informal Meeting of Trade Bill Conferees

News Release: WASHINGTON -- Senate Finance Committee Chairman William V. Roth, Jr. (R-DE) today brought together key House and Senate members in an effort to move the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act conference forward. Roth issued the following statement after the meeting...