And several lawmakers noted that the privatization of the state's Offtrack Betting operation several years ago was a model.

Democratic lawmakers noted, though, that even the gloomiest projection last session did not come close to the current projected shortfall.

The genial lawmaker stood on the floor of the House and noted that several pages were weeping as he spoke.

Advocates insisted the federal government has to play the parental role in this case even though - as one lawmaker noted - people can simply switch channels.

Other lawmakers noted great support for India as an emerging power that could serve as a counterweight to China.

The lawmakers noted that the constituents who called them or attended their town meetings were not necessarily representative of public opinion.

Prosperity also contributes to slow state budgets in the complacency it engenders among voters, some lawmakers noted.

Several lawmakers noted Wednesday that each hour the strike continued would be devastating not only to the rail industry but also to the American economy.

Some lawmakers have noted that questions had been raised about the integrity of the bidders.

The move toward restrictions on lobbyists, experts and lawmakers noted, is also a reflection of the evolving role of state legislatures.