On the recordMarch 24, 2009
Everything--every policy, every strategy, every initiative launched by the Federal Government has an immediate and long-term local impact.
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congress.govEverything--every policy, every strategy, every initiative launched by the Federal Government has an immediate and long-term local impact.
Emphasizing the importance of local input in federal policy planning.
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