The White House, which is planning steps of its own, says it is open to suggestions.

Mr. Sobol said the education department was planning new steps, including distributing the tests no earlier than the day before they are given.

France plans similar steps, despite the union resistance.

He plans several steps ahead.

Mr. Iobst said the park service also plans other steps.

After the report came out, Mrs. Scobee was asked if she planned legal steps.

Mr. Fernandez is planning steps, including possible grants, to encourage districts to attract students.

They fear that the Kremlin is planning further steps to recreate a Soviet-like power over the people.

Western industrial nations are planning new steps to ease the financial plight of the poorest developing countries, European financial officials said today.

And some questioned whether the federal government's intense focus on terrorism had distracted from planning practical steps to cope with a major natural disaster.