On the recordApril 5, 2011
While it is important that Congress address the Federal budget, it is also important that we keep sight of how these decisions may affect our counterparts at the State and local level.
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congress.govWhile it is important that Congress address the Federal budget, it is also important that we keep sight of how these decisions may affect our counterparts at the State and local level.
Cardin emphasizes the impact of federal budget decisions on state and local governments.
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