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Teachers union proposes sales tax

The Marianas Federation of Teachers is urging the CNMI government to introduce a local sales tax as a way to generate additional revenue.
Posted On Nov 26 1998 00:00
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Deficit rises to $53M •With the crisis, governor expects deficit to grow even further

CNMI's cumulative deficit almost doubled to approximately $53 million in FY 1997 compared to the previous fiscal year, and Gov. Pedro P. Tenorio feared this could lead to a financial collapse of the government.
Posted On Nov 26 1998 00:00
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Cross-utilization bill awaits governor’s nod

The House of Representatives yesterday approved the amendment on a bill that will ease restrictions on the utilization of foreign workers and allow constant shifting in job categories, paving the way for Gov. Pedro P. Tenorio's action on the proposal.
Posted On Nov 26 1998 00:00
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Reyes slams Benavente for ‘shaky knees’

Senate Floor leader Pete P. Reyes yesterday accused House Speaker Diego T. Benavente of bowing to federal pressure over his insistence to limit operations of the garment industry in the Northern Marianas in the wake of worsening economic crisis on the island.
Posted On Nov 26 1998 00:00
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