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I believe that the report is of great value.

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.

There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.