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David Skaggs: “I just in closing wanted to note two other provisions. As the chairman is aware, the bill provides somewhat less funds…”

On the recordJune 22, 1998
I just in closing wanted to note two other provisions. As the chairman is aware, the bill provides somewhat less funds than were requested for the section 3161 program, the transition support for workers that are being phased out of these weapons plants around the country. I am fully aware of the difficult budget circumstances but just wanted to flag that item in hopes that both we can replenish some of the funding and also be at least open to the possibility that there will be out-year needs beyond the cutoff date currently included in the bill.
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David Skaggs
Colorado

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Discussing funding for the section 3161 program related to workers transitioning from weapons plants.

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