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Deb Fischer: Nebraska is a state of distances, and we understand the importance of our highway system in order to promote commerce…

On the recordMay 21, 2013
Nebraska is a state of distances, and we understand the importance of our highway system in order to promote commerce, in order to promote the safety of citizens all across our state, in order to connect us all.
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Deb Fischer
Republican · Nebraska

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Fischer emphasizes the importance of highway systems for commerce and safety in Nebraska.

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