Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi is cosponsoring a bill that would eliminate the paper $1 bill and replace it with a coin. Enzi says it will save money to switch from paper to coins, because coins last longer.
Should the dollar bill be replaced with a dollar coin?
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Currently, the maximum weight allowed for trucks without special permits is 80,000 pounds. Congress is considering increasing that weight limit to 97,000. Supporters say that could cut costs by allowing trucks to haul more freight, but opponents worry about increased wear and tear on bridges and roads.
Should the weight limits on trucks be increased?
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