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On the recordMay 19, 2009
To ensure that there is no lapse in these vital authorities, I have introduced legislation to extend the expiring provisions for 10 years.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Smith advocates for extending the USA PATRIOT Act provisions to maintain national security.

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