07/28/2014
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"In an increasingly competitive global marketplace, our inland waterways are absolutely critical to the economic well being of Illinois farmers, as well as other Midwest industries."
"Will you commit to picking up the phone in the first 2 weeks following your confirmation and calling EPA Administrator Regan to address this impasse?"
"If confirmed, will you commit to updating me on these efforts within the first month on the job?"
"If confirmed, will you commit to reinforcing the importance of the Inland Waterways User Board with Secretary Austin?"