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Chris Smith: I hope that this language in this amendment grows, is expanded upon, and is more inclusive as it relates to other…

On the recordJuly 24, 2002
I hope that this language in this amendment grows, is expanded upon, and is more inclusive as it relates to other agencies of government. For purposes of germaneness, it had to be narrow, but this is a good place holder and a good first step.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Discussing the need for inclusivity in an amendment during a legislative session.

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