On the recordApril 2, 2014
I applaud your leadership in holding this hearing and I regret that, due to another commitment, I won't be able to stay for its entire duration.
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congress.govI applaud your leadership in holding this hearing and I regret that, due to another commitment, I won't be able to stay for its entire duration.
Hanabusa commends the chairman for organizing the hearing while noting her scheduling conflict.
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