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On the recordMay 22, 2012
While some have asserted that the Law of the Sea Treaty puts shackles on our maritime forces, I agree with the assessment of the Navy JAG that article 110 pertaining to the right of visit actually strengthens our ability to conduct maritime interdictions.
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Tom Udall
Democratic · New Mexico

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Defends the Law of the Sea Treaty as beneficial for maritime operations.

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