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On the recordAugust 10, 2021
Mr. President, I will be very brief. Democratic and Republican Governors want this. Certainly, on the Democratic side, they have expressed an interest in expanding tax cuts for working families and vulnerable people who are still feeling the economic pain. Some are interested in expanding low-income housing. This helps accomplish the goals. I support this, and if it is acceptable, maybe we can even do it by voice vote. (Chorus of ``No''.)
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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