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On the recordApril 16, 2013
I remain concerned that prioritizing funding increases and new funding for programs distributed competitively rather than formula funded programs results in the redirection of critical Federal funds from rural States to urban areas.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

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Shelby expresses concern over funding distribution favoring urban over rural areas.

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