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On the recordApril 13, 2021
The federal government can spur livable, sustainable communities, and it's our responsibility to the taxpayer to make sure we maximize their investment.
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Peter DeFazio
Democratic · Oregon

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DeFazio highlights the government's role in fostering sustainable communities through investment.

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