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On the recordJuly 8, 2013
Well, it is twofold. The university needs the land back for its expansion, but more importantly the VA does not need it and it has just been a maintenance burden for them financially.
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Mike Rogers
Republican · Alabama

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Rogers explains the dual benefits of the legislation regarding land use and financial relief for the VA.

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