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On the recordJuly 26, 2022
Yesterday, I introduced the International Financial Institutions Mobilization Act, which uses the United States' votes and leverage at international financial institutions to build resiliency and growth.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin discusses introducing legislation to enhance U.S. influence in international finance.

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