41.   The bill also would authorize another round of base closings, unpopular in Congress where lawmakers fear the disruption caused by the loss of a base.

42.   The bill would authorize the money to be spent over the next five years by several agencies, chief among them, the National Science Foundation.

43.   The bill also authorizes a range of programs to promote good governance and democratization overseas.

44.   The bill authorizes the Agriculture Department to adjust subsidies to stay within the cap.

45.   The bill would authorize the Quebec government to negotiate an economic association with Canada, draft a constitution and use the Canadian dollar.

46.   The bill authorizes an unspecified amount for a pre-disaster mitigation program similar to one now run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

47.   The bill authorizes the government to seize assets or stop activities of those convicted of polluting the environment.

48.   The legislature is scheduled to hold hearings next month on a bill authorizing casino gambling in St. Croix.

49.   This bill authorizes additional money for local projects and helps to coordinate the activities of a myriad of agencies working to restore salmon.