1.   But any such measure would face a long road to passage.

2.   Even if approved, the measure faces an uncertain fate in the Democratic-controlled state Senate.

3.   However, the measure faces a certain presidential veto if it clears the Senate.

4.   Although the measure faces challenges from several alternative proposals this week in the House, supporters said it appears likely to prevail and be forwarded to the Senate.

5.   An increase is far from a sure thing, since the measure faces opposition in the House of Representatives.

6.   And, if approved, such a measure could face a veto from President Clinton.

7.   Approval by the Senate is expected this week, but the measure faces the prospect of a court challenge.

8.   Approved by the House, the measure faces one Judiciary Com mittee hearing before debate by the full Senate.

9.   Assistant City Attorney Byron Boeckman told the panel Tuesday that it is not in jeopardy, noting the measure is facing a legal challenge.

10.   At least one senator predicted, however, that the measure will face a tougher battle in the other side of the Capitol.