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January 24, 2002

Security measures require hard decisions, leader says
CLEARWATER -- U.S. troops have been fighting in Afghanistan for more than three months, but Florida's battle against terrorism is just getting started -- in the Legislature.

Customers tell state how utility irks them
At local PSC hearings, residential ratepayers share stories of dissatisfaction with service from Florida Power.

Court extends killer's long wait for death
A man in his third decade on death row for a Tarpon Springs murder is spared a day before execution.

Legislature 2002
In lean year, turkeys stuff budget

After carving $1-billion from the budget, legislators serve up more in pet projects.

'Three strikes' law is out for now
An appellate court throws out the law on tougher sentences for repeat offenders. The decision now goes to the Supreme Court.

Bush says tax reform might hurt business
"We are not undertaxed in this state," he says, referring to the McKay tax proposals.

Agency moves to reduce woodpecker's protection
Despite criticism from scientists and environmental groups, members of the state Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted Wednesday to approve the next step in downgrading the ranking of the red-cockaded woodpecker on Florida's endangered species list.

Education commissioner faces 2nd ethics complaint
TALLAHASSEE -- A second ethics complaint has been filed against Education Commissioner Charlie Crist over his travels and handling of campaign money in his race for attorney general.

Bill lays out structure of financial officer post
TALLAHASSEE -- For the third consecutive year, lawmakers are trying to figure out how banking and insurance will be regulated in this state.

Plans for tribute take high road
Some Democrats agree to honor President Reagan, but perhaps not by renaming a road.

Legislature briefs
Today is the third day of the 60-day session.


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