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John Shimkus: “I don't think the staff should attempt to set policy on a matter on which the Commission has not yet reached a…”

On the recordFebruary 27, 2013
I don't think the staff should attempt to set policy on a matter on which the Commission has not yet reached a conclusion.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Shimkus criticizes agency staff for trying to set policy prematurely.

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