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John Shimkus: “The Opportunity Zones legislation in H.R. 1, married with brownfield redevelopment, is doing a lot to help these…”

On the recordJune 8, 2020
The Opportunity Zones legislation in H.R. 1, married with brownfield redevelopment, is doing a lot to help these communities.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Shimkus emphasizes the positive impact of Opportunity Zones on community development.

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