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Steve Buyer: “I would like to thank Mr. Michaud because he did his committee work. He did his committee work because we brought a bill…”

On the recordMay 23, 2007
I would like to thank Mr. Michaud because he did his committee work. He did his committee work because we brought a bill to the floor. Yes, under suspension, Mr. Filner, but he did his committee work. He filed a report which allowed us to work with him. When you don't file a report, you deny the minority their opportunity to be heard. So I want to thank Mr. Michaud for working with us and for his leadership.
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Steve Buyer
Indiana

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Expressing gratitude to a colleague for their committee work and leadership.

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