41. Moreover, Oglesby of the Institute for Black Parenting believes the legislation is having the unintentional effect of making it more difficult for minorities to adopt. 42. Realistically, however, many believe that with Republicans in the majority, the legislation has little chance of passing. 43. Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott, R-Miss., has said he believes the breast cancer legislation has enough support for passage. 44. Similar legislation has broad support in the Senate. 45. Since then, the legislation has had to overcome opposition from insurers such as Mutual of Omaha and battles between Democrats and Republicans over secondary provisions in the bill. 46. So, legislation has its place. 47. Similar legislation has substantial backing in the Senate. 48. Such legislation would have to be able to withstand a Clinton veto. 49. Supporters of the bill overcame opposition from senators who said the legislation could have unintended consequences, particularly on the minor leagues. 50. Supporters think the legislation has a fair chance of becoming law, but it is likely to have a rough ride again. |