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On the recordJune 12, 2011
Regulations aren't pulled out of thin air for no reason. They exist to implement laws Congress enacted to help protect taxpayers' funds, improve public health and safety, keep our air and water clean, and keep consumers safe.
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Henry Waxman
Democratic · California

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Waxman defends the necessity of regulations for public safety and welfare.

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