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On the recordAugust 1, 2002
I had considered offering my armed pilots amendment on this bill, but after our discussions, and with the assurances that to the extent possible this would be one of the first items of business when we consider the homeland defense bill, I have agreed to withhold.
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Jeremiah Smith
Federalist · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the armed pilots amendment in relation to the homeland defense bill.

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