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On the recordMarch 21, 1994
Inasmuch as I have the time, I would say to the gentlewoman, I recognize it as having a very substantial effect upon the problems of the Treasury and of housing. It is a drain. But these people have no place else to live.
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Sidney Yates
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the impact of housing issues on the Treasury.

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