The agencies say though this may sound like a lot, it really is not, considering that $39 billion will cut child pneumonia deaths by 65 percent by the year 2015.

VOA: standard.2009.11.02

State lawmakers in California are considering a bill that would make it illegal for people to have,sell or distribute shark fins.

VOA: special.2011.03.15

And lawmakers in Rhode Island are considering a bill that would require state schools to offer the choice of a three-year degree.

VOA: special.2009.07.23

She says that considering the times, she was lucky to get the job.

VOA: special.2010.02.09

They suggest that he is considering a "middle ground."

VOA: special.2009.10.10

Definitely not." Right now, Congress is considering a bill that would give the FDA increased authority over imported seafood.

VOA: standard.2010.05.27

There have been reports that Germany is considering buying Greek government bonds through a state-owned bank, as an emergency measure.

VOA: standard.2010.03.01

Although some Lebanese politicians are considering giving Palestinians more rights, opponents argue that could pave the way to their naturalization.

VOA: standard.2010.06.29

Johnson contends that the legislation Congress is considering would impose miniscule costs on farmers.

VOA: standard.2009.12.12

Congress is considering legislation that would ban certain antibiotics from animal use.

VOA: standard.2010.07.21

The Russian lower house of parliament is now considering legislation that would require protesters using automobiles to inform the authorities about their planned actions three working days in advance.

VOA: standard.2010.05.19

Laws vary by state, so U.S.House of Representatives is considering a bill that would allow all former prisoners to vote in federal elections after they have completed their sentences.

VOA: standard.2010.03.25

"Tractors are always running," "So we're always burning fuel." Pitt and many other U.S. farmers are concerned that fuel may be can more expensive under climate change proposals that U.S.congress and negotiators in Copenhagenare considering.

VOA: standard.2009.12.12

has further complicated the situation. But he echoed what the White House spokesman said Monday, that the United States is not considering withdrawing from the region, but rather how it will move ahead toward its goals.

VOA: standard.2009.10.06