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On the recordJuly 11, 1996
I would only add two points. First, that the project is one of considerable importance to the Port of Baltimore and to the efficient passage of ships up and down the east coast. Second, that the correct figures are those developed by the Corps of Engineers and represent the current estimates for the project in accordance with the cost-sharing provisions of the Water Resource Development Act of 1986. I would also request the chairman's assistance in resolving this matter.
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Barbara Mikulski
Democratic · Maryland
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Discussing the importance of a project for the Port of Baltimore and cost estimates related to it.

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