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Daniel Inouye: “I agree. Without such context, security decisions will be made in a vacuum that, at best, might produce misguided or…”

On the recordMarch 13, 2007
I agree. Without such context, security decisions will be made in a vacuum that, at best, might produce misguided or extraneous efforts, and, at worst, could cripple the transportation modes that ensure the free flow of commerce and travel that our Nation has been built upon. The Commerce Committee has passed three of the most significant transportation security bills considered since 9/11 and has been successful because of its understanding of the industry and past work on safety and security issues. The distinguished majority leader and Senator McConnell recognized this when crafting S. Res 445 and the Senate approved.
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Daniel Inouye
Democratic · Hawaii

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the importance of context in transportation security decisions.

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