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How $20 billion in BP fines can go to restoring the Gulf
Bill S-1400, going before Congress this fall, mandates the federal government to use the BP oil spill damages to fix the Gulf -- and taxpayers won't have to pay a dime.
One of nation's toughest bullying laws takes effect today
New Jersey’s law is tough on bullies, but some criticize it for also being tough on school administrators and educators.
Asperger's used as defense in hacking case
Hacker Gary McKinnon's lawyers say Asperger's influenced his actions and that he shouldn’t be charged for hacking military computers.
New deportation policy goes into effect in US
Reprieves for undocumented immigrants facing deportation have begun under the Obama administration's new immigration policy.
Dramatic shift in immigration policy for Obama administration
Change in immigration policy allows illegal immigrants without criminal records to stay in the US and apply for a work permit.
New food safety law's impact on Indian street food
Many street food vendors will be forced to change their ways as India's food safety law is enforced.
Battle looms between artists and labels over song rights
Copyright law stipulates artists can regain ownership of their work after 35 years have passed -- record companies prepare for financial blow as deadline nears.
S&P investigated for mortgage securities ratings
Standard & Poor's under investigation for allegedly improperly rating dozens of mortgage securities leading up to the financial crisis.
Lawmakers: Remove EPA's enforcement of water standards
A bill passed by the House would revise the Clean Water Act to give states more authority to determine water quality standards.
Over 450,000 expecting checks from Countrywide settlement
Homeowners overcharged for their loans when they fell behind on their payments can expect some money back soon.
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