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On the recordApril 23, 2013
Our Governor Parnell sent a letter to you on April 28 refusing to pay back the funds, citing the lack of any legal authority offered by the USFS.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

Editor's note · Context

Murkowski mentions Governor Parnell's refusal to repay funds due to legal concerns.

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