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Congress Votes in Favor of Matthew Shepard Act

by FINLAY LOGAN | September 28, 2007

Despite opposition from conservative groups and even President Bush himself, yesterday the Senate voted 60 to 39 to end debate on the Matthew Shepard Act and the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act (HR 1592). If approved by the President, who in the past has called the law "unnecessary", the Hate Crimes Prevention Act will make it easier for law enforcement officials to prosecute those who commit hate crimes, including those motivated by real or perceived sexual identity. It will also enable federal agencies to step in when local ones are unable or unwilling to prosecute these crimes. The act is named after Matthew Shepard, who was murdered in Wyoming nine years ago for being homosexual.

Read the Human Rights Campaign press release about the vote Learn more about the Matthew Shepard Act Read a letter outlining the views of some opponents of HR 1592

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The 8 Million Dollar Question

The Ad Hoc Financial Planning Group has been tasked with finding $8 million to cut from the annual budget. They have come up with a proposal for $6.85 million worth of cuts, and are currently seeking feedback from the community on their plan.

#1: 9/28/2007 at 7:32 p.m.

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Hey, thanks for this article, as it was concise, but quite informative. I sure hope that Ms. Logan continues to write many many articles for the Gazette!


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