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On the recordAugust 4, 1995
Mr. Chairman, in conclusion, let me say that the reason that this approach rather than the Senate approach is important is our plan allows us to help American families today. Under our approach and the speed at which these technologies are advancing, the marketplace is going to give parents the tools they need while the Federal Communications Commission is out there cranking out rules about proposed rulemaking programs. Their approach is going to set back the effort to help our families. Our approach allows us to help American families today.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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Discussing the importance of a specific approach to support American families during a committee meeting.

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