the need is so huge. Just yesterday I had the mayor of Newport, Rhode Island, and they are facing a $180 million need for water infrastructure improvements.
On the recordMarch 2, 2010
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Reed emphasizes the urgent need for water infrastructure funding in Rhode Island.
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