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On the recordFebruary 3, 1977
Therefore, I urge prompt action by Congress to approve this legislation so that we may begin this important work.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

Editor's note · Context

Reorganization Plan Authority Letter to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate.

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