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Dick Durbin: The idea that the Republicans have suggested in the House of a 20-25 percent cut in NIH funding is scandalous.

On the recordMay 4, 2023
The idea that the Republicans have suggested in the House of a 20-25 percent cut in NIH funding is scandalous.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin criticizes proposed cuts to NIH funding by House Republicans.

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