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On the recordAugust 2, 1996
That is correct. My distinguished chairman, as always, has so stated the facts. But there is a small semantic issue here. Some call this the small business relief act; others on this side call it the minimum wage bill. But we will not resolve that tonight, nor need we.
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Patrick Moynihan
Illinois

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Discussing differing perspectives on a legislative bill during a floor debate.

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