Conservative lawmakers are calling for freezing spending on other programs, tapping other funds, privatizing rest areas and leasing advertising space or selling naming rights on state property.
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Rather than just freezing all pay, Sherk and other conservative analysts would like to see a complete overhaul of the federal pay system and a permanent reduction in what they claim are excessive federal pay rates.
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Only three schools closed on Tuesday, the Conservative-run council has reported, despite snow failing to melt in freezing temperatures.