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On the recordMarch 14, 2012
I was, and am, disappointed to see that the budget continues to request a substantial investment for high-speed rail at a time when too many of our roadways and bridges are crumbling.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Collins expresses disappointment over prioritizing high-speed rail funding over road repairs.

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