The White House Office of the Press Secretary issued its own release, announcing that a deal had been struck between President Clinton and House Speaker Dennis Hastert.
Religious groups receive another perk as well.
Although Watts' proposal has never made it past the committee process, the Oklahoma congressman's new standing as chairman of the Republican Conference gives him added clout in pushing the measure on capitol hill. The final legislative version may even be broader that the original wording in H.R. 815. Johnson meets with Pakistan embassy official, calls for freedom for Dr. Shaikh. Inc. All rights reserved.