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On the recordApril 28, 2009
I intend, Mr. Chairman, to make this a requirement in the new reauthorization funds.
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
Democratic · District of Columbia

Editor's note · Context

Norton emphasizes the need for training funding in new legislation.

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