On the recordMarch 7, 2012
The passage of last summer's Budget Control Act sent a strong, bipartisan message to the country that we are serious about reducing our deficit.
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congress.govThe passage of last summer's Budget Control Act sent a strong, bipartisan message to the country that we are serious about reducing our deficit.
Altmire emphasizes bipartisan commitment to deficit reduction through the Budget Control Act.
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