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Gilbert Gutknecht: I think veterinarians in some respects are like tourniquets: we do not need one often; but when we do need one, we need…

On the recordNovember 17, 2003
I think veterinarians in some respects are like tourniquets: we do not need one often; but when we do need one, we need one rapidly; and in underserved areas, it could become a very serious problem. So I think this is an important piece of legislation. I hope my colleagues will join me in supporting this bill.
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Gilbert Gutknecht
Republican · Minnesota

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Discussing the importance of legislation related to veterinary services.

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