On the recordJuly 21, 2010
The benefits will far outweigh the estimated annual cost of $2.8 billion.
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congress.govThe benefits will far outweigh the estimated annual cost of $2.8 billion.
Senator Carper argues that the benefits of the rule exceed its costs.
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