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On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
Please explain DOD's reason for not employing the 'unusual circumstances' clause beyond May 1, 2014.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire
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Shaheen questions DOD's decision regarding living quarters allowance for civilians.

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