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Susan Collins: “The intent--indeed, the letter of the stimulus act--requires Federal, State, and local governments, but also private…”

On the recordMarch 4, 2009
The intent--indeed, the letter of the stimulus act--requires Federal, State, and local governments, but also private businesses, that are receiving money under the Recovery Act to adhere to the transparency and accountability requirements.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Senator Collins emphasizes the need for transparency in the Recovery Act.

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