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Lincoln Chafee: Indeed, you both have been diligent in that regard. I have been reluctant to include the proposed amendment here because…

On the recordJuly 11, 1996
Indeed, you both have been diligent in that regard. I have been reluctant to include the proposed amendment here because I believe it is a matter better dealt with on the relevant appropriations legislation. It is my understanding, however, that there are plans to include similar language in the House version of the WRDA bill.
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Lincoln Chafee
Rhode Island

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Discussing the inclusion of an amendment in appropriations legislation during a floor debate.

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