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On the recordFebruary 13, 2017
These protections have served us well, and have allowed servicemembers to keep their focus where it should be--on their mission.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Highlighting the effectiveness of the Military Lending Act for servicemembers.

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