The Liberal Democratic Party-New Komeito ruling bloc rammed legislation related to the fiscal 2008 second extra budget through the Diet Wednesday amid strong protests from the opposition parties.
With the passage of the bills, Prime Minister Taro Aso will finally be able to issue his controversial cash handouts. The program is a key economic goal.
Following are questions and answers about the handouts:
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