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James T. Callahan: “I do understand these communities are suffering water shortages primarily because the gentleman from Alabama (Mr.…”

On the recordJune 27, 2001
I do understand these communities are suffering water shortages primarily because the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Everett) tells me about it every night. Every time we get in a 5-minute lull he expresses to me his serious concerns about these problems, which I think will worsen in the near future, and that the corporation of the Corps is needed as soon as possible. I pledge to work with the gentleman and find an appropriate resolution to this situation as this process moves forward, probably in conference.
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James T. Callahan
Oklahoma
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Addressing water shortages in communities during a discussion on legislative solutions.

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