House delays faith-based bill

THURSDAY, JULY 19, 2001

Worried that religious groups could use federal funds to discriminate, the House on Thursday delayed a vote on a bill that implements President Bush's controversial faith-based initiative.

Opponents, including Democrats and GOP moderates, argued the bill needed more protections against discrimination. But Republican sponsors say they will leave the bill intact and have scheduled a vote for today.

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Faith Initiative Hits Snag In House (The Washington Post 7/18)
G.O.P. Moderates Deal New Setback to House Leaders (The New York Times 7/18)
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