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Dale Bumpers: I want that to be my legacy, Senator. You couldn't have done anything that would please me more. I have had a few…

On the recordOctober 10, 1998
I want that to be my legacy, Senator. You couldn't have done anything that would please me more. I have had a few accolades in my 24 years in the Senate. I have had several things named after me. But I can tell you that what you did in that Energy and Water Committee gives me unbelievable satisfaction. The reason I sponsored that legislation and fought so hard for it several years ago is because I wanted my children and my grandchildren to know what my values were. I was trying to save something for them. I thank you very much.
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Dale Bumpers
Arkansas

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Expressing gratitude for legislative efforts related to energy and water.

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