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On the recordFebruary 25, 2013
Tourism is the backbone of Florida's economy, and DHS must do more to adequately staff our ports.
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Mario Díaz-Balart
Republican · Florida

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Diaz-Balart emphasizes the importance of tourism and staffing at ports for Florida's economy.

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