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On the recordMay 8, 2014
I just want to say that it has been a pleasure to work on this legislation. We have heard compelling stories here today from around the country--compelling stories of transformation of entire cities and school systems, and lives being changed through the charter school system. And we have legislation here today and tomorrow which will make that Federal charter school law better and make the opportunities more available and give more kids a chance for success and opportunity. This should be an easy vote for Republicans and Democrats. I urge my colleagues to lend their support to H.R. 10, and I yield back the balance of my time.
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John Kline
Republican · Minnesota

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