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On the recordNovember 14, 2011
The proposed rule makes sure that we consider the needs for the economic activity, to sustain the economic activity.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Grijalva emphasizes the importance of economic considerations in the proposed rule.

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