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On the recordMarch 19, 2018
the most important policy to help my constituents return to work is a strong positive outlook for our Nation's domestic nuclear industry.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Emphasizing the need for a strong nuclear industry to support jobs.

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