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Chris Van Hollen: I do not know how the Justice Department justifies cutting resources that help our communities with prevention…

On the recordJune 12, 2017
I do not know how the Justice Department justifies cutting resources that help our communities with prevention, education, and treatment.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Questioning the justification for cuts to resources aiding communities in opioid prevention and treatment.

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