Officials here say the tough new rules now properly discourage those who do not really need the help.

The words "families with" were added to the name in 1962, partly due to concern that the program's rules discouraged marriage.

Even so, the rules may discourage some qualified individuals from serving.

Many other states have formal or informal rules to discourage use of the test by insurance companies.

Moreover, federal rules discourage such deals by requiring that most of the entire contract cost be paid in the first year.

The critics of the business community's efforts also argue that the current rules have not actually discouraged development.

"The present rules of the game really discourage eligible people from running," she said.

Foreign satellite manufacturers and operators say the rules could discourage them from buying American.

The rule discourages any physical contact with men, even shaking hands.

Opponents also say the rules would discourage settlements by companies that want to protect trade secrets.