Dan Coats: “Of the $85 million set aside for the EDI account in S. 2168--as stated in S. Rept. 105-216--only $67 million earmarked…”

“Of the $85 million set aside for the EDI account in S. 2168--as stated in S. Rept. 105-216--only $67 million earmarked for individual projects in 40 states. It appears funding is available for additional projects within the appropriated spending provided in the bill. I believe the Midwest Proton Radiation Institute is an important effort that will be of great benefit to the city of Bloomington and to Indiana University. In addition, Senator Lugar and I believe the MPRI is a worthwhile and appropriate project for funding under community development programs at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. I join with Senator Lugar in requesting your assistance and consideration for funding for this important project as you move to conference with the House on the FY '99 VA-HUD Appropriations bill.”