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On the recordFebruary 18, 2025
Travel by private vehicle or public transportation to any of these alternative locations would pose greater hardship for constituents, while also significantly increasing the costs and time associated with travel.
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Democratic · New York

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Gillibrand emphasizes the increased burden of travel costs and time for constituents affected by the closure.

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