Well, and that is exactly what it was designed to do. It was to provide assistance without in any way affecting the other strong provisions that have been in place for many, many years and has worked--have worked very well.
Senator Risch emphasizes the legislation's intent to assist without compromising existing protections.
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I think it is incumbent upon us as we go forward to do that, and I commit to you that we will continue to pursue that.
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