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On the recordJune 20, 2006
nobody has worked harder than Bill Young, his wife and myself in taking care of these troops at all the hospitals, all over the country. Just last year we put in money to start a new center for rehabilitation of people that had lost their limbs and so forth. We appreciate your recommendation. We hope you withdraw the amendment, and we will continue to work toward full funding, as much as we think is absolutely necessary for all these hospitals. The Acting CHAIRMAN. Does any other Member wish to be heard on the point of order?
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John Murtha
Pennsylvania

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