61.   Now as the state considers reforming the way it funds schools, the lottery is less than relevant.

62.   Now the state Democratic Party is considering adopting a practice that Republicans were criticized for using against McCain.

63.   Other measures enacted or being considered by states include increasing gaming revenues, delaying scheduled tax cuts and increasing contributions required from state workers to health care plans.

64.   Other states are considering similar bills.

65.   Other states are considering similar laws.

66.   Other states are considering the question.

67.   Other states are considering, or already experimenting with, each of these elements individually.

68.   Other states have considered similar drug testing programs but have backed away.

69.   Other companies said baseline federal legislation was better than the patchwork of laws being considered by states.

70.   Other states are considering such programs as a fairer way to diversify their schools.