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On the recordMarch 30, 2011
Is it necessary for the Congress to provide you with any additional legislative authority in order to reduce the number of veterans that are sent outside for care?
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

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Murkowski questions if Congress needs to grant more authority for local veteran care.

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