On the recordMarch 25, 2004
For the third year in a row, the Administration proposes no funding to follow through on the commitment that USDA made to rural empowerment zones.
For the third year in a row, the Administration proposes no funding to follow through on the commitment that USDA made to rural empowerment zones.
Dorgan criticizes the Administration's lack of funding for rural empowerment zones.
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