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Mntsnow
11-21-2003, 7:18 AM
On Thursday, Senators jostled for position in the long-simmering debate, which pits technology companies against state and local governments that are eyeing access taxes as a rich source of untapped revenue. The previous ban on some types of access fees--covering dial-up and cable modems but not digital subscriber line (DSL) connections--expired on Nov. 1. The measure was expected to see quick passage in the Senate, but it stalled amid heated opposition over the fine print.

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davidw
11-21-2003, 10:21 AM
I'm surprised they haven't tried to tax every toilet flush we make.