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On the recordMay 10, 2022
Because if the Administration is not responsive, then it's clear it's not a serious proposal and so we're ready to dive into the details and explore it, but we need the partnership from the Executive Branch in that regard.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley emphasizes the need for serious engagement from the Administration on proposals.

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