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On the recordJune 5, 2013
The Gulf Coast region is vital to our Nation and our economy, providing valuable resources, including abundant seafood, and recreational activities.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Wicker highlights the economic significance of the Gulf Coast.

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