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Prop. 102 drive head on target
Harper brings business and political clout

Jane Larson
Arizona Business Gazette
Aug. 26, 2004 12:00 AM


Sharon Harper runs a real estate company, not a technology company, so she doubted she was the right person to head the campaign for Arizona's technology-transfer amendment.

But Gov. Janet Napolitano convinced Harper, a past chairwoman of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, that her business and political connections were just the ticket. And Harper quickly saw the issue as fundamental to things she cares about: universities, job creation and opportunities for young people, such as her four children and niece.

"It's not just a technology issue," Harper said. "It's a state of Arizona, future-generations issue. Our job is to articulate the message."

Harper, president and chief executive officer of the Plaza Cos. in Peoria, is co-chairwoman of Arizona Forward, the committee formed to push for passage of Proposition 102 on the Nov. 2 ballot.

The proposition, also known as the technology-transfer amendment, would change the state Constitution to allow universities to accept stock in young companies that want to license and commercialize professors' inventions.



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U.S. Department of Labor's New Overtime Security Rule Goes Into Effect Monday August 23rd, 2004


New Rule Strengthens and Protects Worker's Overtime Pay
August 2004 (Newstream) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's new Overtime Security Rule strengthens and protects overtime pay for 6.7 million salaried workers, including 1.3 million salaried "white collar" workers who in the past were not entitled to overtime pay under old regulations. These workers will gain up to $375 million in additional earnings every year. The new rule goes into effect on Monday, August 23, 2004.

The new Overtime Security Rule nearly triples the minimum salary threshold, below which workers are guaranteed overtime pay. Under the current 50-year-old regulations, only workers earning less than $8,060 annually were guaranteed overtime. The new Overtime Security Rule guarantees overtime for workers earning $23,660 or less annually.

To provide even stronger overtime protection for workers, the Overtime Security Rule includes new provisions that clearly state "blue-collar" workers, police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and licensed practical nurses are entitled to overtime protection.

For more information go to www.dol.gov/fairpay.

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H&R Block Hiring for tax training course

Nationally Known Firm Looking for Candidates to Register for September Income Tax Course


Tax Firm Needs To Hire 39 Thousand New Tax Preparers for Upcoming Tax Season
August 2004 (Newstream) --

ANCHOR LEAD: The jobless figures are out, but one company says it's looking to hire 39 thousand additional people from around the country. Matt Kelly has the story. (:57)

SCRIPT: Your Financial Update, I'm Matt Kelly. Looking for a part time job that pays well, has opportunity for advancement, and lets you work in a professional environment for a Fortune 500 company? H&R Block, the nation's largest tax preparation firm, is looking for 39 thousand tax professionals for the upcoming tax season.

CUT: (Burlison) To become a tax professional, obviously you've got to have training. Programs such as the H&R Block Income Tax Course give you the kind of knowledge you need to enter this field. Course enrollment ends soon. Classes are offered at convenient times and locations nationwide, and cover both tax basics and advanced study. Though taking the course is not a guarantee of employment, it can be the first step toward a rewarding career.

SCRIPT: Burlison says a part time job in the tax service industry is a good option for someone already working who wants supplemental income. For more information go to HR block dot com or call 1-866-899-2584. I'm Matt Kelly.

ANCHOR TAG: If you're someone who prefers a job with flexibility and who prefers to work part-time, that website again, HR block dot com.

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