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On the recordApril 28, 2014
I don't doubt that this legislation has been introduced in good faith by individuals who are supporting it, both sides of the aisle, although it does seem to be Beat Up On New York Day.
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Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Jeffries critiques the legislation's impact on New York while acknowledging bipartisan support.

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