Ted Stevens: “Now, I would intend to change that to say it shall be used only for…”

On the recordJune 2, 2004

Now, I would intend to change that to say it shall be used only for these accounts except for the $5 billion.

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Ted Stevens

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Jun 2, 2004

Senator Stevens discusses changing language to prevent a blank check for funds.

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Ted Stevens: “Now, I would intend to change that to say it shall be used only for these accounts except for the $5 billion.”