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On the recordJanuary 21, 2009
We must ensure that the language is clear; that any State that has the benefit of these dollars must ensure that they will not take these dollars to balance their budget.
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Laura Richardson
Democratic · California

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Richardson emphasizes the importance of preventing states from using federal funds to balance budgets.

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