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John Tierney: No, the amendment does not affect space-based sensors. It only affects space-based interceptors.

On the recordMay 9, 2002
No, the amendment does not affect space-based sensors. It only affects space-based interceptors.
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John Tierney
Massachusetts

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Discussing the implications of an amendment related to space-based defense systems.

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