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Steve King: “However, this $30 million is an earmark in the stimulus plan, in the recovery plan. It is a direct violation of the mark…”

On the recordFebruary 12, 2009
However, this $30 million is an earmark in the stimulus plan, in the recovery plan. It is a direct violation of the mark laid down by the President of the United States that there wouldn't be any special projects set up by individual Members, period. No earmarks. Well, here is $30 million for the salt marsh water mouse of California. This mouse, who has not affected my life in any way whatsoever, but will affect yours soon, because we will be paying taxes, interest and debt on this $30 million mouse.
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Steve King
Republican · Iowa

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Discussing earmarks in the stimulus plan during a House floor debate.

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