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On the recordMarch 10, 2010
I have no further requests for time, Mr. Speaker, and I am prepared to close. I yield myself such time as I may consume. This is an important piece of legislation to bring national awareness to this problem. Some of the violence that occurs among our teenagers is horrible, the things they are doing to each other and those especially in a relationship and dating. I think it's important that the country understand that teen violence among those who are dating is a tremendous problem. I have four kids, three of them are girls, and their safety has always been a concern as they were growing up. As all parents have that concern. So I totally support this resolution and urge its adoption.
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Ted Poe
Republican · Texas

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