1.   Schumer asserts that mandatory minimum sentences for nonviolent first-time offenders should be reduced to save space in crowded prison systems for violent or repeat criminals.

2.   Bus services throughout the country have been reduced to save fuel.

3.   If it looked like the committee was in danger of running over budget, the work force would be reduced to save money, Frazier said.

4.   The number of shuttle delivery missions should be reduced to save money, the panel suggested, and resident stays prolonged.