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John Thune: “I would--the only thing I would say--and, Mr. Chairman, I think this is one of those issues that really ought to--it…”

On the recordMarch 3, 2010
I would--the only thing I would say--and, Mr. Chairman, I think this is one of those issues that really ought to--it would be more appropriately considered, by this committee, as part of an authorizing bill.
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

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Thune emphasizes the need for careful policy debate on rail safety funding.

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