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Christopher John: “After more than a decade, it is time for the federal government to settle this outstanding obligation and, at the same…”

On the recordNovember 18, 1999
After more than a decade, it is time for the federal government to settle this outstanding obligation and, at the same time, protect the rights of my home State.
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Christopher John
Louisiana
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congress.gov
Nov 18, 1999

Editor's note · Context

Calling for resolution of federal obligations to Louisiana.

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