On the recordJuly 14, 2005
That's got to be a priority, and it's one that you've worked hard on, Mr. Chairman, and I have as well.
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Senator Bingaman emphasizes the importance of resolving Indian water rights claims.
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In conclusion, and as we said to this committee in February, the national interest demands that our nuclear waste program be fixed.
S. 3469 is intended to implement the recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Commission that Secretary Chu appointed to review the nuclear waste program.
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