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Bonnie Watson Coleman: I do think, however, it is important that Members of Congress who have identification can come to these facilities…

On the recordJuly 23, 2019
I do think, however, it is important that Members of Congress who have identification can come to these facilities without first being--getting permission to come in so that we can actually see what really happens on a day-to-day basis.
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Bonnie Watson Coleman
Democratic · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for Congress members to access facilities freely for oversight.

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