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In sustaining my veto of H.R. 3298, the rural water and sewer program, the House of Representatives has convincingly demonstrated that it, too, has the courage and determination to take a firm stand in favor of the American consumer and taxpayer.

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Statement About House Action Sustaining the Veto of the Rural Water and Sewer Grant Program Bill

04/09/1973

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