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a bill last night which would change the way health insurance is sold. But the measure will probably face a much tougher fight when it goes before the Senate.

and ways in which some in Congress intend to address the problem. But while advocates of reform try to build support, some of the nations most powerful interest groups threaten the movement.

of a bill to overhaul the nation's telecommunications law. The overwhelming votes in the House and Senate came after months of lobbying and after Senate Majority Leader Robert Dole gave up his opposition.

on the West Bank and Gaza. Yesterday was the official start of the campaign for the 88-member council that will govern the newly-autonomous regions. The elections are January 20, 1996.

by Mexico's dismissal of its drug czar two weeks ago and U.S. recertification of Mexico last week as a reliable drug fighting partner.

on the the trial of Oklahoma City bombing suspect Timothy McVeigh. Today the prosecution begins presenting its evidence and calling witnesses. They are expected to open with sound and video of the destruction of the Murrah Federal Building.

over two popular, and partisan, proposals, a repeal of the gasoline tax and an increase in the minimum wage. Despite calls for action from both parties, the Senate remained at impasse.

to ban carrying oxygen canisters as cargo on passenger plans. Decision comes in wake of the possible link of the of the canisters to the Valujet crash.

that would deny public education to children whose parents are in the country illegally. Such an immigration amendment is scheduled for consideration next month, when Congress returns from summer recess.

chains of private, for-profit schools, two companies are waiting for a second chance. This time they've got a more modest, low-key plan.