Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 7, 1996
This Act extends to seafarers the same basic reemployment rights that apply to reserve members of our Armed Forces in time of war or national emergency.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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Statement on Signing the Maritime Security Act of 1996

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