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On the recordFebruary 16, 2011
This program has been supported by congressionally-directed spending--earmarks--which are not likely to continue.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

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Shaheen discusses the funding challenges for a family support program in New Hampshire.

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