[Times photo: Pam Royal]
	Bush signs health package The measures, in part, will help struggling seniors pay for prescription drugs and expand insurance for children.

June 9, 2000

Problems came with 2nd needle
After three tries, officials abandon attempts to insert a second line into Bennie Demps. That may have violated execution protocols.

Tailpipe testing revisited by EPA
Backing up in the face of protest, the agency seeks more public comment before deciding whether to approve the end of testing in four Florida counties.

Bush won't sign a fireworks ban
TALLAHASSEE -- Saying they are stretched to the limit this wildfire season, Florida's fire chiefs are begging Gov. Jeb Bush to ban fireworks sales. But Bush declined to impose a ban Thursday, saying the move would be premature.

Legislator joins race for insurance chief
One day after Senate President Toni Jennings dropped out, state Rep. Joe Arnall, the House Rules Committee chairman, enters the fray.