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On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
If this supplemental is delayed past September 30, say the end of November, or even delayed until the following year, which is customary nowadays, you will burn out all the money that is appropriated?
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Senator Reed questions the implications of delayed funding for military operations.

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