2 - The Michigan Daily - Thursday, March 23, 1995 COMMITTEE Continued from page 1 dents add diversity to the student body "at the same time, we've got concerned taxpayers." If the proposal passes intact, "we'd have to admit a lot of in-state trans- fers," Harrison said, adding he did not know how many students would be needed. While the additional funding for Michigan State was approved by the committee, Rep. Morris Hood (D-Detroit) proposed an across-the- board 4.43 percent increase for all 15 universities, but the committee rejected this. Hood could not be reached for comment, but a House source said Hood is expected to pro- pose the amendment when the House votes in April. Hood also proposed the amend- ment that would eliminate the University's increase. Brater said, "I think its a bad pre- cedent to single out one school over another. The higher-ed pie has been shrinking consistently and we should not further exacerbate the problem by giving some universities less than oth- ers." AATU Continued from page 1 that it would provide "affordable hous- ing for minimum-wage workers" and has not kept that bargain. In addition to the allegations of unfair rent fees, the suit alleges that the YMCA treated its residents poorly and that the rooms lacked basic amenities. "I have found the problems which the tenants have told us to be among the most egregious of tenant com- plaints," Maurer said. "Letters have been used to put out residents with a 72 hour notice." Maurer also contends that the YMCA has evicted people without proper cause. Other city officials indicated that there is noreal dissent with the YMCA's operations on the part of tenants. "TheYis doing an OKjob," Sheldon said. "The doors are not being beaten down by unhappy residents." Currently, the previous lawsuit, in which the city and the Y were sued by Great Lakes Bancorp, is being de- cided by Judge Donald Shelton in Circuit Court. The city and the YMCA both have 21 days to respond to this lawsuit. 'Unfunded mandates' legislation signed WASHINGTON - President Clinton yesterday signed into law a second piece of legislation in the House Republicans' "Contract with America," using the event to preach bipartisan cooperation after weeks of political warfare with Con- h> gress over spending and taxing priorities. Clinton signed legislation to limit Washington's abil- ity to pass on to the states new federal requirements without also giving states the funds to pay for those requirements. Clinton backed the "unfunded mandates" legislation from the outset. The measure is the second proposal in the GOP con- tract to become law. Clinton has already signed a bill that Clinton makes Congress comply with the laws it passes. Under the mandates law, the Congressional Budget Office will be required to estimate the cost of a regulation before passage if it is believed to be $50 million or more. A similar provision would be required for federal legislation that would cost businesses more than $100 million, although Congress would not be required to provide funding for the legislation. 1 I 1 great scores... Amazin' Blue Kaplan helps you focus your test prep study where you need it most. We'll show you the proven skills and test- taking techniques that help you get a higher score. great skills... Kaplan has the most complete arsenal of test prep tools available. From videos to software to virtual reality practice tests with computerized analysis to great teachers who really care, nobody offers you more ways to practice. CALL: 1-800-KAP-TEST get a higher score KAPLAN The University's Award Winning Coed A Cappella Ensemble Will be holding Auditions!!!. For all voice parts Georgia law dodges wait on handguns ATLANTA - Democrat Gov. Zell Miller signed a law yesterday freeing Georgia from the Brady Law's waiting period for handgun buyers. The measure, which also wipes out longer waiting periods imposed in 10 Georgia cities and counties, including Atlanta, was a major vic- tory for the National Rifle Associa- tion, whose lobbyists flanked Miller during the signing. "This piece of legislation is go- ing to keep handguns out of the hands of criminals while allowing law-abid- ing citizens to purchase guns," Miller said. The law is designed to take advan- tage of a provision in the federal Brady Law that exempts states from the waiting period if they implement an instant background check. Georgia is awaiting a reply from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms on whether the new state law meets Brady requirements. Only 26 states and Puerto Rico are subject to the Brady Law, accotding to the ATF; the others have exempted themselves through a variety of alter- natives, including instant background checks. Former postal worker charged with 4 deaths MONTCLAIR, N.J. - A debt- ridden former postal worker was charged yesterday with shooting to death four men in a holdup at a small neighborhood post office. Christopher Green was arrested shortly before noon, less than 24 hours after the robbery. He told investiga- tors he held up the post office "be- cause he had a mountain of debt," Postal Inspector Kevin Manley said. He used part of the stolen money for back rent, Manley said. Green was arrested at an apart- ment in a high-rise in East Orange, four miles from this New York City suburb, where authorities found a 9 mm pistol believed to have been used in the killings and $2,000 in cash. Mass meeting on Sunday. March 26th in room #2105 Michigan Union For more information please call 763-1 107 6PM k MIHIGAN cr es 1 I1t-0 0oui UniVersi~y (Maeie 6 ot+vme C eS) .pc 1\WD ofpH: b35800 do. 4 40*. C~~ I $v.4~W$: A-O, i I .OUND THE .WOR.LD U.S. warns Chechnya Russiansare to Tehran wi conflict could hurt viewed in W Russia internationally aid to the Is GENEVA - Secretary of State U.S. wa Warren Christopher warned yester- in Chin day that Russia's integration into the West is endangered by Moscow's as- bid for sault on Chechnya and its pending QINGDA sale of nuclear reactors to Iran. to rebuild However, Christopher stopped and reduce t short of rhetorically putting bilateral tion in it relations at risk, telling reporters that ber, a U.S. the link between the countries is "too important to be hostage to any single Qingdaoaon issue." Qndoo Christopher held a working din- terday, the ner last night with Russian Foreign since 1n Minister Andrei Kozyrev to prepare A senor for a May summit meeting between any connec President Clinton and President Boris the Oct. 27. PresdentCliton ~.aircraft Yeltsin. Clinton's decision to go to nuclear su Moscow, which was annnounced nuclearsut Monday after weeks of hesitation aThe con because of the war in Chechnya, sup- KThawk ports Yeltsin at a time when the Rus- Kitty Hawk sian leader is under criticism for the track the su harsh and inept military crackdown scrambledje on the separatist southern region. in response Clinton is under sharp attack from warned that Republicans for showing politicalwinehase support for Yeltsin at a time when in Chinese Chechnya remains unsettled and the e insisting the reactor sale ill go forward. The sale is Washington as a potential lamic state. arship docks iese port in closer ties AO, China -In an effort U.S.-China military ties ensions over a confronta- national waters last Octo- Navy cruiser sailed into nt northern naval base of a- friendly port call yes- first by the Americans American officer denied tion between the visit and -29 incident in which the t carrier tracked a Chinese bmarine in international he Shandong Peninsula. frontation began when the* 's captain dispatched S-3 rine warfare aircraft to ub. Chinese commanders et fighters from land bases . Chinese officials later a recurrence would result aircraft opening fire. From Daily wire services The Michigan Daily (ISSN 0745-967) is published Monday through Friday during the fall and winter terms by students at the University of Michigan. Subscriptions for fall term, starting in September, via U.S. mail are $90. Winter term (January through April) is $95, year-long (September through April) is $160. 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