Betty McCollum: “I am concerned that those costs are being met at the expense of other…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2016

I am concerned that those costs are being met at the expense of other important programs.

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McCollum expresses concern over budget cuts affecting vital programs due to rising wildfire costs.

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Betty McCollum: “I am concerned that those costs are being met at the expense of other important programs.”