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James A. Leach: “We are very happy to accept this amendment. I would say it is brought to the Congress in a very thoughtful way by one of…”

On the recordJuly 1, 1999
We are very happy to accept this amendment. I would say it is brought to the Congress in a very thoughtful way by one of the most respected members of this body. I think that reflects on the amendment itself.
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James A. Leach
Iowa

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Expressing support for an amendment during a congressional debate.

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