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On the recordSeptember 3, 1996
I understand the priority the Senators from New York and Connecticut place on the restoration of Long Island Sound, and I recognize the unique challenges you face in implementing the long-term management plan. It seems clear that this effort cannot succeed without the guiding hand of the EPA Long Island Sound Office. Knowing of your deep concern, I will do everything I can to support your request in conference and at a minimum maintain funding at its current level. My hope is to secure report language directing the EPA to provide funding to the LISO at a satisfactory level.
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Julian Bond
Alabama

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Addressing the restoration of Long Island Sound and the role of the EPA in its management.

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