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BRIEF: Meanwhile, an association representing governors across the county does not foresee any relief for states from the Bush proposal. The National Governor's Association says a tax exemption on stock dividends would reduce state revenue... by their estimates down to some 4 billion dollars per year. The association's written statement added that they intend to work with Congress and the White House on benefits to the states. Texas Governor Rick Perry did not respond to KPFT by air time. E-mail Monica Lopez at monicalopez@ziplip.com. This story was broadcast on January 8, 2003.