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On the recordJuly 18, 1996
That is correct. And States are calling out for this reform at the State level, and at the national level. These are waivers that have been promised to these States to be considered within 30 days. We need to fulfill that promise.
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William H. Frist
Tennessee

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Discussing the need for reform and promised waivers to states.

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