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Bruce Westerman: It shouldn't require Congress having to have hearings and pass laws to do the right thing.

On the recordFebruary 12, 2023
It shouldn't require Congress having to have hearings and pass laws to do the right thing.
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Bruce Westerman
Republican · Arkansas

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Westerman emphasizes the need for Congress to act sensibly without requiring hearings.

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