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On the recordJuly 6, 2011
If there are problems with the way the regulations are being promulgated, we need to talk about that, but eliminating these important consumer product safety provisions is simply not an option.
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Diana DeGette
Democratic · Colorado

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DeGette emphasizes the importance of maintaining consumer safety regulations despite regulatory challenges.

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