12/06/1981
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"It will allow us to complete the interstate system, make most—the interstate repairs and strengthen and improve our bridges."
"Common sense tells us that it will cost a lot less to keep the system we have in good repair than to let it disintegrate and have to start over from scratch."
"This bill was possible because of the contributions of so many Senators and Congressmen."
"That's why I'm pleased today to sign House resolution 6211, the Surface Transportation Assistance Act for 1982."