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Angie Craig: “I urge my colleagues, when this vote occurs in a few moments, to abide by current law and private property rights and…”

On the recordApril 24, 1996
I urge my colleagues, when this vote occurs in a few moments, to abide by current law and private property rights and the protection of the security of individuals. Consider the risks that could result as a result of us voting for the Simpson amendment and returning to law what this Congress rejected by substantial margin several years ago and has retained as the right position to hold when it comes to open-field searches and agriculture employers.
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Angie Craig
Democratic · Minnesota

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Addressing the potential risks of voting for the Simpson amendment regarding open-field searches.

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