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Paul Tonko: Now, I care about businesses in America, as I am certain everyone on the panel does, and I am also deeply concerned…

On the recordApril 24, 2012
Now, I care about businesses in America, as I am certain everyone on the panel does, and I am also deeply concerned, however, about the impact of carcinogens on the lives of children, workers, sailors, soldiers, our veteran's community, and the public health professionals who work with them.
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Paul Tonko
Democratic · New York

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Tonko expresses concern for public health regarding carcinogens affecting various communities.

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