On the recordMarch 24, 2009
In the first 2 years, fiscal year 2008 and 2009, Congress actually appropriated less money than was requested.
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congress.govIn the first 2 years, fiscal year 2008 and 2009, Congress actually appropriated less money than was requested.
Discussing funding discrepancies for the Merida Initiative.
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