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Angie Craig: The program has been increased by $10 million over last year while some, including the President, suggested it ought to…

On the recordSeptember 13, 1999
The program has been increased by $10 million over last year while some, including the President, suggested it ought to be increased by more.
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Angie Craig
Democratic · Minnesota

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Discussing funding increases for a specific program during Senate debate.

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