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On the recordJune 18, 2008
The legislation that we celebrated passage of yesterday is another indication we can still do that right here in the Senate. ... I want to say it is $12, $13. I ask Senator Voinovich, if I may, through the Presiding Officer, is my recollection correct? Is there a 13-to-1 benefit in terms of a $1 investment in the technology and $13 in payoff, in terms of health benefits?
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Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

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Discussing the benefits of environmental legislation and funding during Senate floor debate.

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