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John Myers: “The gentleman is correct. If he will read the report language, we very specifically said this is to be provided…”

On the recordJuly 24, 1996
The gentleman is correct. If he will read the report language, we very specifically said this is to be provided completely with Federal funds from the taxpayers.
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John Myers
Republican · Indiana

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Discussing funding sources during a debate.

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