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Maxwell Frost: “I would point out to the distinguished majority leader that it will be very difficult for Members of Congress to leave…”

On the recordNovember 8, 2001
I would point out to the distinguished majority leader that it will be very difficult for Members of Congress to leave town unless we have acted on that legislation. They will not feel good about going home and seeing their constituents until we have taken action on that bill.
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Maxwell Frost
Democratic · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the importance of passing legislation before Congress members leave town.

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