On the recordMarch 29, 2009
We should consider ratifying during this Congress the Inter-American Convention Against Illegal Manufacturing and Trafficking of Firearms, Ammunition, Explosives, and Other Related Material.
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congress.govWe should consider ratifying during this Congress the Inter-American Convention Against Illegal Manufacturing and Trafficking of Firearms, Ammunition, Explosives, and Other Related Material.
Lugar advocates for ratifying a significant arms treaty.
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