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On the recordApril 19, 2009
I would be concerned that if we are not more specific in statute, we could fall back to a time where it may not be as high a priority.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Senator Cardin expresses concern about the need for clear statutory guidance for Chesapeake Bay priorities.

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