1.   Critics said the bill also weakens anti-discrimination provisions protecting legal workers and deletes enhanced penalties against employers who hire illegal immigrants.

2.   Frank Torres, legislative director for Consumers Union in Washington, said the bill actually weakens consumer privacy protections.

3.   In addition, the bill weakens rules that require companies to offer ample benefits to low-paid workers.

4.   Opponents said the bill would weaken environmental protections and hurt Indian populations.

5.   Opponents say the bill will weaken political activism and do little to stop the flow of money into politics.

6.   Prosecutors say the bill would significantly weaken federal laws prohibiting kickbacks, fraud and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid.

7.   Several bills would also weaken their sway over doctors.

8.   The bill also would weaken enforcement of CRA.

9.   The Dingell bill also would weaken existing background check regulations for licensed dealers.

10.   But Senate action has been delayed by concerns that the House bill may have weakened an important law enforcement tool in the effort to better protect property owners.