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On the recordMarch 30, 2011
Today, we begin the process of considering specific legislation that will take immediate steps to protect taxpayers from the ongoing multi-billion dollar bailout of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Jeb Hensarling
Republican · Texas

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Hensarling emphasizes the need for legislation to protect taxpayers from bailouts.

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