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Lamar Smith: I think we do need legislation. We do need international agreements, but I also believe that any international…

On the recordFebruary 24, 2016
I think we do need legislation. We do need international agreements, but I also believe that any international agreements that are negotiated should absolutely ensure that the rights of Americans are protected by U.S.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Smith emphasizes the need for legislation to protect American rights in international agreements.

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