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On the recordMay 16, 2014
The legislation would remove some aspects of federal oversight under the FPA that potentially could cripple the many benefits provided by the Project.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas
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Cornyn highlights the importance of legislation to ensure project benefits without federal constraints.

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