Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.

Input: Consider Input: In the Texas case, reports USAT, the defendant companies have agreed to pay about $15 billion over 25 years to reimburse the state for expenses it incurred in the treatment of smoking-related illnesses.

Output: In the Texas case,the defendant companies have agreed to pay $15 billion over 25 years to the state for the treatment of smoking-related illnesses.

Input: Consider Input: The El Paso, Texas, maker of Western boots and leather accessories said the preferred stock would accrue dividends at a 12 % rate, but wouldn't be paid for the first two years.

Output: The El Paso Texas of Western boots said the stock would accrue dividends a rate of 12%, but wouldn't be paid for the first 2 years.

Input: Consider Input: The funds for these scholarships come from concerned neighbors like you who contribute in the YMCA's Invest in Youth Program. Please consider a gift of $25 or more to help insure that a Hamilton County child will be in safe, age appropriate activities before and after school.
Output: The funds for these scholarships come from concerned neighbors like you who contribute in the YMCA's Invest in Youth Program. Please consider a gift to help insure that a Hamilton County child after school.