Gerald Ford actually said...

The bill will mandate the prompt issuance of all necessary certificates, permits, leases, rights-of-way, and other authorizations to expedite the initial construction of the route chosen.

Context

Statement on Signing the Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Act of 1976

10/21/1976

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