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Frank Lautenberg: To us, this was important legislation, because it establishes goals for Federal service transportation programs so that…

On the recordMarch 3, 2010
To us, this was important legislation, because it establishes goals for Federal service transportation programs so that the American taxpayers are confident that their tax dollars are going to support transportation projects that improve safety, combat congestion, promote energy independence, address climate change, and, most importantly, allow our economy to grow.
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Frank Lautenberg
Democratic · New Jersey

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Lautenberg emphasizes the importance of transportation legislation for taxpayer confidence and economic growth.

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