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Harry Truman: It is believed that the 'earmarking' of Federal tax revenues, as provided in the bill, constitutes undesirable tax and…

On the recordOctober 11, 1949
It is believed that the 'earmarking' of Federal tax revenues, as provided in the bill, constitutes undesirable tax and fiscal policy.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Veto of Bill Providing for Federal Aid to State Fish Restoration and Management Projects.

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