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Ken Salazar: We will now look at the specific language of that bill. I know it was one of the specific areas of conflict (in the…

On the recordMarch 23, 2009
We will now look at the specific language of that bill. I know it was one of the specific areas of conflict (in the legislation). Can't let the perfect be the enemy of what's already a very spectacular bill. We will now look at the specifics of the particular road that is in controversy. But, I've not done that yet.
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Ken Salazar
Democratic · Colorado

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Salazar discusses reviewing the controversial road bill language and emphasizes the importance of the overall legislation.

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