On the recordAugust 9, 2009
If South Dakota didn't have rail, South Dakota industries wouldn't be competitive in grain production.
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congress.govIf South Dakota didn't have rail, South Dakota industries wouldn't be competitive in grain production.
Stating the importance of rail for competitiveness in grain production.
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