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On the recordApril 2, 2003
I opposed an amendment which would have prohibited the Treasury Department from going to private collection agencies because I think it is a matter that you ought to decide.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Senator Specter discusses his opposition to restricting private collection agencies for the Treasury.

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