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On the recordDecember 19, 2001
H.R. 2199 was introduced by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) and went through our subcommittee and the full committee, and I am pleased that the technical amendment from the Senate has come over because this is truly a Police Coordination Act and very needed. What it does is it allows the Federal law enforcement agencies to enter into a cooperative agreement with the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, thus enhancing the safety and security of the residents and travelers in the District of Columbia. I urge this Congress to adopt unanimously the H.R. 2199, as amended.
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Connie Morella
Maryland

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Discussing the importance of H.R. 2199, the Police Coordination Act.

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