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Benjamin Gilman: I represent the area around the Stewart Airport, and I want the gentleman to know just today we have been meeting with…

On the recordJune 26, 2001
I represent the area around the Stewart Airport, and I want the gentleman to know just today we have been meeting with the FAA to emphasize the need for using regional airports, such as Stewart, to alleviate the congestion of LaGuardia Airport. I want to commend the gentleman for focusing attention on this important issue.
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Benjamin Gilman
New York

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Discussing the importance of regional airports to reduce congestion at LaGuardia Airport.

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