Washington Week
Gannett News Service
WASHINGTON — Here are some actions in Congress last week.
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Key House votes:
1. Rent-to-own companies
The House voted 215-201 to pass a bill that would impose new disclosure requirements on merchants that use rent-to-own contracts to lease electronic equipment, furniture and other merchandise.
Hawaii votes: Neil Abercrombie (D) NAY; Patsy Mink (D) DID NOT VOTE
2. Welfare
The House voted 280-123 to pass a resolution urging Congress to complete action on a bill that would extend the 1996 welfare reforms. The welfare reforms expire Sept. 30.
Hawaii votes: Neil Abercrombie (D) YEA; Patsy Mink (D) DID NOT VOTE
3. Estate tax
The House voted 242-158 to pass a resolution urging Congress to complete action on a bill that would permanently repeal the estate tax. The bill is a key priority of House Republicans.
Hawaii votes: Neil Abercrombie (D) YEA; Patsy Mink (D) DID NOT VOTE
