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On the recordFebruary 25, 2010
No, it did not happen. I don't think it has ever happened. It is an indication that when it comes to giving relief to those who are in a pretty luxurious state, we don't pay for it.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
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Feb 25, 2010

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Senator Durbin discusses the disparity in financial relief.

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