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Ed Markey: I respect the work the gentleman has done. The gentleman did good work at the subcommittee. I supported the gentleman's…

On the recordJanuary 30, 1996
I respect the work the gentleman has done. The gentleman did good work at the subcommittee. I supported the gentleman's work. It should have come through the full committee and out here on the floor in a comprehensive way. We should not cede our responsibilities to the Senate.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Discussing the legislative process and responsibilities in Congress.

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