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Diana DeGette: “This is probably one of the most venerable and important committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.”

On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
This is probably one of the most venerable and important committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Diana DeGette
Democratic · Colorado

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DeGette emphasizes the significance of the committee's work.

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