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Mazie Hirono: I would like to start by thanking the Committee Chair, Senator Lisa Murkowski, and Ranking Member, Senator Maria…

On the recordOctober 17, 2016
I would like to start by thanking the Committee Chair, Senator Lisa Murkowski, and Ranking Member, Senator Maria Cantwell, for recognizing the importance of this issue for Hawaii and scheduling this field hearing.
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Mazie Hirono
Democratic · Hawaii

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Hirono acknowledges the importance of the hearing for Hawaii and thanks committee leaders.

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