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Ed Markey: It is imperative that the Natural Resources Committee exercise this authority thoughtfully and in an expeditious and…

On the recordSeptember 20, 2011
It is imperative that the Natural Resources Committee exercise this authority thoughtfully and in an expeditious and transparent manner.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey stresses the importance of a transparent process for deficit reduction.

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