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Ben Cardin: “The Senate recently passed the new Metro compact, further advancing the final steps of authorizing a 10-year $1.5…”

On the recordMay 18, 2010
The Senate recently passed the new Metro compact, further advancing the final steps of authorizing a 10-year $1.5 billion authorization for Metro with a dedicated funding system.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin highlights the Senate's approval of significant funding for Metro.

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