21.   In recent weeks, Hoecker has been criticized by California officials for strongly opposing a cap on wholesale electricity flowing into the state.

22.   Industry groups in the past have opposed caps on carbon dioxide, arguing that such regulation is tantamount to a carbon tax.

23.   Network owners, including Viacom, vigorously oppose the cap and have a legal challenge pending in court.

24.   President Bush opposes national caps on homestead exemptions but has signaled he would sign bankruptcy legislation.

25.   The Bush administration ardently opposes price caps.